Russian troops cross the Oskil river in Kharkiv region – reports
Source: DeepState
In an unexpected maneuver on Sunday, Russian troops crosses the Oskil river on boats and started to dig in south of Novomlynsk in the Kharkiv region.
According to DeepState, the operation, launched from the area of Dvorichna, allowed them to seize the positions earlier held by a Ukrainian brigade. Analysts believe the move can make things harder for the Ukrainian defenders.
Residents of Dvorichna and Kupiansk communities have been urged to evacuate due to the elevated threat level as the area is likely to see intensified artillery and mortar fire. Analysts though believe Ukraine has resources to reclaime the lost positions.
Meanwhile, Ukraine’s General Staff reported 198 combat engagements across the front as of 10 pm on November 24. Key developments included:
- Kharkiv Sector: Russian forces launched six assaults on Ukrainian positions near Kozacha Lopan, Tykhe, and Vovchansk.
- Kupiansk Sector: Attacks were recorded near Novomlynsk, Kolisnykivka, Kruhliakivka, Senkove, and Lozova. Ukrainian forces repelled 11 assaults, while four engagements were ongoing at the time of reporting. Additionally, an airstrike targeted Bohuslavka.
In October, British intelligence predicted that Russian troops may step up pressure on the Kupiansk front as they were conducting operations 20 kilometers south of Kupiansk.
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