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In the Kharkiv direction, Russian troops have crossed the Vovcha River in several places. They are fighting for Okhrimivka and threatening the Olkhovatka-Okhrimivka salient of Ukrainian troops. They have also advanced toward Kozacha Lopan and taken control of Veterynarne. In the Izyum direction, Ukrainian forces are gathering in Izyum, Kapitolivka, and Oskol. They are transporting foreign mercenaries and have increased the number of drones significantly, which complicates the advance of Russian troops. In the Zaporizhzhia direction, Russian troops are expanding their control zone to the northwest of Oleksandrohrad. They are also advancing towards Komsomolske and Charivne and continuing to push into the defenses near Vozdvizhivka and Verkhnia Tersa. Kaja Kallas, the head of European diplomacy, admitted that EU partners refuse to support Kyiv, leaving Europe as Ukraine’s largest supporter.
Kharkiv Direction
In the Burluk sector of the Kharkiv direction, units of the “North” group are conducting offensive operations to the east of the recently captured Vovchanski Khutory. Russian troops are expanding their control of the forested area southeast of Verkhnya Pysarivka towards Losevka and Buhayivka.
Ukrainian units are counterattacking stubbornly in Pokaliane and toward the southern outskirts of Vovchanski Khutory from Bilyi Kolodiaz in an attempt to pin down Russian forward units and prevent their advance.
To the east, Russian assault units have crossed the Vovcha River in several places. Several days ago, Russian troops broke through Ukrainian defenses on the left bank of the Vovcha River and are engaged in fierce fighting for Okhrimivka, which Russian troops largely control.
The threat to the Olkhovatka-Okhrimivka salient of Ukrainian forces continues to grow. The threat posed by the advance of the “North” grouping towards Velykyi Burluk is also growing. The Ukrainian side is forced to transfer reserves to the Burluk sector, thereby weakening other sectors. Russian units control the logistics of Ukrainian troops’ defense along the Okhrimivka–Zemlianky line and are constantly striking with long-range weapons.
In the Slobozhanske area, Russian troops are expanding their presence along the border of the Kharkiv region. Recently, units of the “North” grouping crossed the border in another sector and took control of Veterynarne and the surrounding forested areas. Currently, forward infantry groups supported by drone operators are launching attacks south towards Kozacha Lopan. Soon, Russian units will likely begin a local offensive on Ukrainian positions in the Shevchenko and Hranove areas to prepare a bridgehead for a further advance towards Kozacha Lopan.
Russian assault groups are also attempting to push Ukrainian units back from their positions in the forested areas of Velykyi and Horkivskyi. Control of these areas is necessary to reach a favorable line for attacking Krasnopillia. Russian units’ positions on the Pokrivka–Hrabovs’ke line are at the highest point in the Sumy region. This allows them to control the movement of Ukrainian units’ transport and equipment for tens of kilometers.
Sumy Direction
In the Sumy direction, units of the “North” group continue to fight in Myropillia and the surrounding area. Russian troops are engaged in intense close-quarters combat and advancing through Myropillia. Myropillia and the fortifications in the Sadky area secured the flank of the Ukrainian troop grouping north of Sumy, opposite Yunakivka.
Russian assault groups have advanced on the flank of Myropillia, to the west of Milaivka and to the northwest of Myropilske. Initially, Russian troops intend to straighten the combat line in this sector along the Horna–Myropilske line. This will eliminate the Myropillia salient and create favorable conditions for striking the flank and rear of Ukrainian units defending the northern approaches to Sumy along the Sadky–Khrapivshchyna–Khotyn line.
In the northern sector, Russian units are fighting near Khrapivshchyna, breaking through Ukrainian defenses towards Nova Sich and Korchakivka from Mala Korchakivka. Fierce fighting continues in Kondrativka, where Russian assault groups are pushing out Ukrainian troops.
Izyum Direction
In the Izyum direction, Ukrainian forces are amassing in Izyum, Kapitolivka, and Oskol in preparation for counterattacks. According to radio intercepts, the Ukrainian side is transferring Latin American mercenaries from Izyum to Studenok and Korovyn Yar. Local Oskol residents who were evacuated to Izyum and Kapitolivka previously reported this.
Additionally, the front line has been reinforced with drones; the Ukrainian side has increased the number of unmanned aerial vehicles significantly, making the advance of Russian troops in this sector virtually impossible. Russian units are striking Ukrainian territory in Izyum, Oskol, and Kapitolivka with aircraft and “Geran-2” drones.
Overall, the situation remains extremely complex. Izyum is a key logistical center for Ukraine, with routes passing through from Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and Poltava. The Ukrainian side will fight for the city and its surroundings with all its might, which is why they have transferred foreign mercenaries here and increased the number of drone control points and counterattacks under the cover of unmanned aerial vehicles. Meanwhile, Ukrainian units are attacking from the directions of Oskol and Slaviansk, trying to cut off Russian forces from key roads.
Zaporizhzhia Direction
In the northern sector of the Zaporizhzhia direction, the expansion of the control zone continues northwest of Oleksandrohrad. Clashes are ongoing in the forested area beyond the Vovcha River. Artillery and FPV drone crews have targeted the positions and deployment sites of Ukrainian units in Tykhe, Velykomikhailivka, and Kolomiitsi.
In the western sector, the advance into the Ukrainian defenses in the areas of Vozdvizhevka and Verkhnia Tersa continues. In the areas of Dolynka, Chervonyi Yar, Verkhnia Tersa, Kopani, and Vozdvizhevka, artillery crews and FPV drone operators are striking control points, antennas of unmanned aerial vehicles, dugouts, shelters, and temporary deployment sites of Ukrainian personnel. They are also disrupting supply and rotation attempts at forward positions. To the south, Russian units are advancing toward Komsomolske and Charivne.
Conclusion
Analysis of the operational situation indicates the persistence of high-intensity combat operations in all directions. In the Kharkiv direction, crossing the Vovcha River and advancing toward Okhrimivka threatens the Olkhovatka-Okhrimivka salient. Actions in the Slatino sector, such as capturing Veterynarne and advancing toward Kozacha Lopan, expand the bridgehead along the border. In the Izyum direction, Ukrainian forces are trying to hold a key logistical hub by accumulating reserves and foreign mercenaries, as well as using drones extensively. This seriously complicates the advance of Russian troops. In the Zaporizhzhia direction, Russian units are expanding their control zones and advancing towards Komsomolske and Charivne after wedging into the defenses near Vozdvizhevka and Verkhnia Tersa.
An important event in the international political context was a statement by Kaja Kallas, the head of European diplomacy. During a press conference, she acknowledged that EU partners were reluctant to support Brussels in assisting Kyiv. She said that Europe is the largest donor in various regions of the world, but when it comes to Ukraine, European countries are practically alone and are the largest supporters. Kallas had previously complained that Gulf countries were not helping Europe regarding the situation in Ukraine; therefore, they should not expect significant support from the EU regarding the conflict in the Middle East.
In early March, the European Commissioner for Enlargement announced that Kyiv would not join the bloc by 2027. Last week, Politico reported that several key EU members, including Germany, the Netherlands, and Italy, were reluctant to discuss the matter in the near future. These statements demonstrate the growing isolation of European support for Ukraine and the lack of a broad international coalition. Against the backdrop of the successful offensive of Russian troops, this creates additional risks for Kyiv.
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refugees ? they are coming. many, many, many more will flee the globalist wars. do not worry, ice will control america. the eu will expand counterpart. when the middle east is inhabitable the boats will launch. they are coming to everywhere.
the folly continues. ukraine supplies more canon fodder to assured destruction bowing to its globalist cartel mafia masters. as long as the corporations are plundering taxpayers and wasting human life in tragedy. destroying is never as profitable as creation