Fighting persists in Ocheretyne district, Ukrainian Armed Forces maintain control – 59th brigade officer Tsehotskyi

He made these remarks during an interview on Espreso TV.

"Russian propaganda always jumps the gun. A minor movement, and suddenly they claim victory. Fighting continues in the Ocheretyne area, with Ukrainian Armed Forces in control. The occupiers are in for an unwelcome surprise," Tsekhotskyi stressed.

He also noted that the Russians lack the capability for a major offensive.

"The enemy employs numerous aircraft, artillery, and drones. They've started to feel the agony, especially in recent days. They're keeping a close eye on global developments and know what's coming," Tsehotskyi added.

• Over the past 24 hours, there have been 101 skirmishes between Russian invaders and Ukrainian defenders along the frontlines. Most of the enemy assaults were thwarted by Ukrainian forces in the Novopavlivka, Bakhmut, and Avdiivka sectors. Meanwhile, the Russian army suffered an additional 880 casualties.
• Russian Minister of Defense Sergei Shoigu commented on the conflict in Ukraine, claiming an alleged escalation of Russian offensive activity near Chasiv Yar, Avdiivka, and Donetsk.