The Armed Forces of Ukraine stopped the offensive of the Russian troops in the direction of the southern outskirts of Lisichansk, the enemy presses on Severodonetsk, and battles continue there. This was reported in the evening report of the General Staff of the Armed Forces.
In the Severodonetsk direction, the Russians made shelling from tanks, mortars, receiver and reactive artillery in the areas of the settlements of Sirotino, Lisichansk, Severodonetsk, Voronovo and peaceful Valley.
units from the composition of the 2nd Army Corps, with the support of the Rosgvard detachments, conducts assault actions in order to establish complete control over Severodonetsk. The fighting continues.
It is reported that the Armed Forces of Ukraine stopped the offensive of the Russian troops in the direction of the southern outskirts of Lisichansk, inflicted losses to them and forced them to retreat.
To resume the offensive, Russians put forward reserves. The offensive actions of the enemy near Borovsky also suspended the Ukrainian military.