Photo: Russian Ministry of Defence Press S/AP

Russian troops continue active assault operations in Donetsk region, in particular in the areas of Kurakhove and Chasovyi Yar. On 18 December 2024, the Khortytsia operational and strategic group of troops reported the destruction of the fortifications of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in these regions.

In order to improve the tactical situation, Russian units attacked Ukrainian military fortifications near Novyi Komar and on the southeastern outskirts of Sontsovka. As a result of the assault and fire damage, some positions were destroyed, making it impossible to hold them further.

In addition, enemy assault units attacked the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ fortifications in the urban area of Chasovyi Yar, on the southeastern outskirts and in the southern part of Kurakhove. They were unsuccessful, suffered losses and retreated. The fortifications in some positions were critically damaged by fire.

The fighting continues, with no changes in the enemy’s tactical position. Ukrainian troops continue to defend their positions despite constant attacks and destruction of fortifications.