The situation near Kupiansk continues to deteriorate, despite the efforts of Ukrainian forces to hold the city.
On the map of combat operations, updated daily by the Deep State service, constant changes are recorded, indicating the advancement of Russian troops in this area.
As military expert, flight instructor, and retired Colonel of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Roman Svitan stated on the air of "24 Channel," the Ukrainian command has confirmed information about attempts by Russian forces to penetrate Kupiansk from the direction of Lyman.
"These breakthrough attempts were successfully repelled; however, the situation continues to escalate. In the areas adjacent to Kupiansk, both sides are conducting operations to infiltrate small tactical groups into enemy-controlled territories," the expert noted.
He added that often the loss of control over a strip of 3-4 kilometers on our side becomes the reason for further advancement of the Russian army.
"In such conditions, Russian troops can seize new positions, making the defense of such sections of the front particularly critical," Svitan concluded.
Nevertheless, according to the expert, the situation in Kupiansk itself remains under the control of the Ukrainian Defense Forces.
It is likely that additional efforts will be made in the coming days to stabilize the situation and prevent further enemy advancement towards the city.