Ukrainian forces explain how events will unfold after liberation of Klishchiivka

He said this on Espreso TV. 

"After liberating Klishchiivka from the occupying Russian troops, a bridgehead was formed. The front line has been leveled, which makes it possible to build logistics routes and communications. Using the heights and settlements under the control of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the way to the next steps to liberate Bakhmut is opened," emphasized Kudriashov.

According to the fighter, the Russian enemy is continuing to try to regain its lost ground in the Bakhmut sector. 

"Moving to countermeasures, using a large amount of ammunition, the Russian troops are trying to squeeze the Ukrainian Armed Forces out of the liberated positions. However, the enemy's plans are being disrupted. The Ukrainian Armed Forces have the initiative on the front line," emphasized Kudriashov.

• On September 17, the Ukrainian Defense Forces completely liberated Klishchiivka, south of Bakhmut in the Donetsk region, but the enemy continued to try to capture the town.

• On September 18, the AFU General Staff reported that the Ukrainian military repelled Russian attacks near Bila Hora in the Bakhmut direction, and in the area of Klishchiivka in the Donetsk region, they continue to conduct assault operations, inflict significant losses in manpower and equipment on the enemy, and consolidate the achieved positions.