Ukraine's commander-in-chief reveals Russian tactics in Kostiantynivka-Druzhkivka urban area

Oleksandr Syrskyi, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, has inspected the defence line in the Kostiantynivka-Druzhkivka urban area, where Russian forces are attempting to improve their tactical position.

Source: Syrskyi on social media

Quote: "I was working in the area of responsibility of the 19th Corps, which is defending the Kostiantynivka-Druzhkivka urban area. Russian occupying forces are attempting to improve their tactical position in this section, combining attacks by small infantry groups and mass drone raids."

Details: Syrskyi notes that for nearly a year, units from the corps have been successfully repelling the Russians' attempts to seize Kostiantynivka, holding their positions and inflicting significant losses on the Russian forces. "The command personnel are demonstrating a high level of adaptability to changes on the battlefield, taking the initiative and making unconventional decisions," Syrskyi noted.

The commander-in-chief stressed that the priority areas of work remain fire damage to the Russians' rear logistics, wiping out their infantry at the outset of assaults and the preservation of the lives of Ukrainian troops in high-intensity combat conditions.

"I paid particular attention to analysing proposals from commanders regarding the urgent needs of units. Key aspects included questions of strengthening capabilities to counter enemy UAVs, the supply of ammunition and other material and technical resources," Syrskyi said.

Following the visit, a number of problematic issues raised by commanders on the ground were promptly resolved.

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