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1,100 Russians Killed! Shevchenko Completely Cleared!
Today [ Apr 14, 8 pm ], there is interesting news from the Pokrovsk direction ... the battle for Shevchenko is reaching a new intensity, as Russian commanders have thrown hundreds of soldiers into the Ukrainian meat grinder. Ukrainians are turning this determination back around against them, driving a spear into Russian advancements, while securing a ring of fortresses around the town ... Ukrainian forces aim to establish a fortified position on drier, more manageable terrain, with direct and secure lines to Pokrovsk itself. In this way, they’re hoping to turn the approaching seasonal shift into an advantage, with Russians stuck in the mud below, limited to pushing forward infantry on foot or even using donkeys to carry supplies, while Ukrainians maintain control from above ...
The Russians have been funneling reinforcements into the area in constant waves, often larger infantry groups to disrupt clearing operations and prevent Ukrainians from consolidating the surrounding area ... the frontline inside the settlement remains fluid, with brutal close-quarters combat and drone strikes ... positions are sometimes taken and retaken within hours, as both sides fight for control of buildings, streets, and basements. Still, Ukrainian momentum continues to build ... the Ukrainian Skala regiment, a battle-hardened unit that’s become the tip of the spear in Ukraine’s Pokrovsk counteroffensive. Known for its precision, adaptability, and integration of drone warfare into frontline tactics, the Skala regiment has been repeatedly deployed to lead key breakthroughs. Their work in Shevchenko has been instrumental in slicing through Russian defenses, with the unit publishing numerous geolocated videos showcasing their deadly work ...
... the cost for Russian forces has been staggering with over 1,100 Russian troops dead, in and around Shevchenko alone. These losses are especially damaging in the context of the wider Pokrovsk front, where Russia has deployed around 70,000 troops, making it one of their most heavily reinforced sectors. But with Ukraine’s counteroffensive putting pressure on them, Russian commanders have been forced to shift even more units into the area to maintain their lines ... as the fight for Shevchenko continues, the Ukrainian command is staying focused on clearing out the entire western flank around Pokrovsk. If Ukrainian troops can fully secure Shevchenko, it will mark a crucial step forward, not just tactically, but also for the entire defense of Pokrovsk. With control of the high ground, Ukraine would be in a strong position to dominate enemy movements during the muddy spring months, putting Russia’s offensive ambitions at risk of being bogged down.
