Fierce Clashes: Russian Forces Intensify Assault on Selydove

Russian troops are engaging in street battles with Ukrainian soldiers in Selydove, as Moscow pushes for dominance in the Donbas region. Despite Ukrainian resistance, Russia has made significant advances since September 2022. The conflict enters a critical phase amid discussions of Ukraine's potential NATO membership.

Intense street battles are underway as Russian forces engage Ukrainian troops in Selydove, a town on the eastern outskirts of Ukraine. Pro-Russian bloggers report a fierce push by Moscow's forces, aiming for complete control of the Donbas region.

Russian advancements, ordered by President Vladimir Putin in February 2022, marked their fastest progress since March of the same year in September, even as part of Russia's Kursk region fell to Ukraine. The current focus of Russia's efforts remains on eastern Ukraine's strategically vital Donbas region.

In recent weeks, Russia has methodically encircled towns in the Donetsk region, compelling Ukrainian units to retreat slowly. Commentary from Yuri Podolyaka, a notable pro-Russian military blogger, describes ongoing street-to-street combat, highlighting heightened assaults on Selydove.

(With inputs from agencies.)