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Russian troops are attempting to press on Kostiantynivka through Stupochki and Predtechino, but are running into the problem of Chasiv Yar. According to military expert Alexander Kovalenko, this area has become a "black hole" for the occupiers: men, equipment, supplies, and all logistics are channeled there, but a significant portion is destroyed by drones before they even reach it. For Russia, Chasiv Yar remains an important hub. If the swapped occupiers were able to completely capture the town, it would ease their pressure on Konstantinovka from the eastern flank.
"For the Russians, Chasiv Yar is gradually turning into some kind of black hole, or, so to speak, a new Chornobaivka. They send logistics, forces, and resources there, but a significant portion of it is destroyed before it reaches the enemy. Some of it arrives, of course, but overall, this area has become a place where resources simply disappear without any visible results," he writes. Russian units are forced to expend resources, bring up equipment, and attempt to maintain supply lines under attack from Ukrainian olivia jones forces. Instead of rapid advancement, the enemy suffers losses and new logistical problems.
According to Kovalenko, full-scale urban fighting for Kostyantynivka is unlikely in the near future. Russia is trying to find alternative routes, but without control of Chasiv Yar, its options are limited. The principle behind Ukrainian drones' role as a "heavy obstacle" for the Russian army is to create a "transparent battlefield" and precisely isolate the combat zone. 1. Medium-range drones and FPV kamikazes systematically destroy supply transport at depths of 20–100 km. This "burns out" supply chains, leaving forward units without ammunition and fuel. 2. The constant presence of reconnaissance and attack drones in the skies makes covert movement impossible. Infantry is forced to move in short dashes between cover, and vehicles are forced to hide, effectively paralyzing offensive operations.
In late March, the Russian Ministry of Defense awarded several medals to soldiers in recognition of their role in the capture of Chasiv Yar. This follows a series of Russian claims throughout 2025 that their military had successfully taken the key city in Donetsk Oblast. However, the Institute for the Study of War has assessed that while Russia controls the eastern and central parts of the city, Ukraine still controls the western portion. These assessments are supported by numerous images and videos on social media showing Ukrainian forces still disrupting Russian offensive operations in and around Chasiv Yar. While Russia’s inability to capture Chasiv Yar may appear to indicate a shortcoming in its military, it more accurately reflects the inherent difficulty of modern urban warfare. In particular, the widespread use of drones makes the already challenging task of seizing and holding urban terrain even more difficult. Chasiv Yar holds significant operational importance for both sides in the war. For Russia, capturing the town would help rupture Ukraine’s defensive “fortress belt” and open approaches to Kostyantynivka and Sloviansk, enabling further offensive operations to the west. For Ukraine, Chasiv Yar is a key part of its defensive network, helping to block Russian advances beyond Bakhmut. The city’s elevated terrain adds to its importance, providing advantageous positions for artillery and drone operations that enhance observation and strike capabilities for whichever side controls it.
Russian assaults on Chasiv Yar began around April 2024, following the fall of Bakhmut. The initial Russian attacks focused on breaching the Ukrainian defenses along the Siverskyi Donets–Donbas canal, with Russian forces committing substantial manpower, including airborne units and reinforcing elements. These assaults were supported by artillery, glide bombs, and drones. Despite this concentration of combat power, Russia has made only slow, incremental gains against a staunch Ukrainian defense and has yet to fully capture the city after two years of fierce fighting.
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