Ukraine Claims Accomplished Counteroffensive Trapped Russian Forces Near Pokrovsk
Kyiv reports inflicting significant losses on Russian forces in a recent counteroffensive operation near Pokrovsk, claiming to have lured and “destroyed” elements of the invading army. According to Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, the operation successfully trapped Russian troops, resulting in substantial casualties and equipment losses.
The reported success comes as Russia increasingly relies on small-unit tactics – deploying groups of four to six soldiers to disrupt Ukrainian logistics and exert pressure - amid a protracted conflict. The Ukrainian claim of a successful counteroffensive and heavy Russian losses underscores the ongoing intensity of fighting in eastern Ukraine and the evolving strategies employed by both sides.
Ukraine’s General Staff reported on Friday, september 26th, that Russian forces suffered 940 casualties the previous day.Additionally, the Ukrainian military claims to have neutralized two tanks, 14 artillery systems, 334 drones, and 82 vehicles.
The facts regarding the counteroffensive and Russian losses was initially cited by United24 Media, referencing comments from the 60-year-old Syrskyi. The fighting is concentrated in the Donetsk Oblast, where Ukrainian forces are attempting to counter a planned Russian advance.
