**Russian Advances in Ukraine’s East**
The village of Ivanivske has been largely destroyed as Ukrainian forces try to slow the Russian advance. The Russians are moving north from the village, but Ukrainians still control some positions on a nearby hill.
**Complex and Dynamic Situation**
The situation in eastern Ukraine is very complex. After failing to cut off the south of Ivanivske village, Russians turned their focus to the north. They made small gains, breaking the stalemate and keeping momentum.
**Russian Goals**
Russians aim to take control of hills near Ivanivske, then entrench themselves. From there, they would try to establish fire control over roads leading to the village, push out Ukrainians, and cut off major supply lines.
**Heavy Fighting**
After a powerful attack with infantry and armored vehicles, Russians took part of the hill facing the village. Ukrainians still hold some positions to the west, hoping for counter-attacks to regain lost ground.
**Russian Tactics**
Russians use thermobaric artillery systems and drone strikes to destroy Ukrainian positions in Ivanivske. They launch repeated assaults into the village, mostly with armored vehicles due to the lack of infantry support.
**Ukrainian Resistance**
Despite difficulties, Ukrainian fighters report holding on and knocking out Russian armored vehicles. Supply lines to the village are now at risk as Russians control a tactical elevation with anti-tank guided missiles.
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