Nine Russian brigades for a massive attack on Donetsk (Forbes)
Russian troops are preparing to attack Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region. The operation could be the culmination of the Russian offensive in this area, reports Forbes.
According to the agency, how far the Russians advance in the Donetsk region will depend on their ability to eliminate outposts held by the Ukrainian military.
According to Forbes, up to 9 Russian regiments and brigades, with a maximum strength of 18,000 soldiers, have been assembled.
The Russians continue to use mechanized and dismounted infantry attacks. This allows them to advance slowly.
Forbes writes that if Ukrainian forces retreat, Russian troops will straighten the front line from south to north, enabling them to launch a massive offensive.
Forbes believes that the coming weeks should determine how the Russian armed forces will attack Pokrovsk. But the general situation clearly indicates that they will attack.
(MH with AmBar/Source: RBC Ukraine/Photo: Tapio Haaja/Unsplash)