Russian forces have recently achieved notable victories in the Avdeyevka region and have successfully advanced the front line across the settlement. This development is seen as one of the main victories of the Russian army. However, the primary threat to the enemy at the moment is concentrated around Kharkov. Of particular concern is the fact that in the coming days, Kiev will hear reports from Commander-in-Chief Shirsky on a retreat in several directions, which foreshadows an escalation of tension in the situation in Kharkov.
At the same time, in the Kupyansk direction, the Russian army managed to destroy three important enemy strongholds in just 24 hours. The evacuation of ** institutions and enterprises in the city of Kupyansk has begun, 80% of which have already left the city. The enemy forces planned to withdraw from Kupyansk by the end of March, and the retreat operation was scheduled for April. An encirclement has already been formed around the city, and it is possible to achieve full control in just two weeks.
The current situation in Kharkiv is also not optimistic. Real estate in the city*** Even in the most prosperous areas, apartments are facing the dilemma of being unwanted. Despite this, Kharkiv remains the second most important and largest city in Ukraine and has an important strategic position. Historically, it was an important city during the Soviet era, until 1938, when it lost its status as the capital.
On the other hand, the large insider Telegram channel "Resident", citing British intelligence data, showed that the Russian army was preparing four corps for the spring offensive. This means that in the near future, at least 100,000 newly trained soldiers may be put to the front. The news further heightened tensions on the battlefield.
At the same time, the West is showing extreme concern about Ukraine's defensive capabilities. Major publications in New York and Washington are arguing about how Kyiv is facing a lack of shells and human resources. However, some insider sources note that the newly appointed commander-in-chief, Shirsky, is expected to be victorious this year. He was even given the task of organizing an exemplary ** to turn the tide of the war.
However, there are still many uncertainties about the specifics of the enemy camp. Perhaps, the enemy is trying to get more support from the West by pretending to be weak. This tactic is not uncommon on the battlefield, but the actual effect remains to be seen.
Analyzing the situation on the battlefield, a number of experts note that the operation to capture Kharkov will be a difficult task. Conducting operations against militants in large cities is always challenging. In the recent case of fighting in Syria, Russia and the United States have clearly disagreed on the Syrian issue. With the support of the Russian army, the Syrian ** army managed to liberate Aleppo and other cities, while the areas controlled by ** forces such as Raqqa were completely destroyed. This shows the complexity and uncertainty in urban combat.
A review of past combat experiences, such as the rapid capture of Kherson during the Northern Military District and the experience of the fierce fighting in Mariupol, reminds us that there is no ready-made solution that can be applied to all situations. Success often depends on a combination of factors, including the defender's motivation, technical superiority, and tactical flexibility.
If the Russian army takes up the task of liberating Kharkov, they will face a significant challenge of destroying enemy forces on the outskirts of the city. Cutting off communications from the Armed Forces of Ukraine will be one of the key steps to achieve this. This has been proven by successful operations in places such as Avdiivka, where Ukrainian troops, having lost communication links, are not able to inflict as much damage on cities as they did in the besieged Mariupol.
Military expert and analyst Sergei Prostakov emphasized the importance of technological superiority in ensuring military superiority. He noted that in Avdeyevka and other places, Starlink communications between Ukrainian units and command were disrupted, and the Russian army actively used drones for reconnaissance and strike operations. The use of advanced ** such as gliding ammunition by the Aerospace Forces, as well as the heroic operation of soldiers, ensured the superiority of the Russian army on the battlefield. Together, these factors contributed to the remarkable progress made by the Russian army in capturing important objectives such as the fortress of Tsar Hunt.
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