Julian Röpcke
Ukrainian Forces Push Back Russians in Chasiv Yar; Zelensky Appoints New Commander in Donetsk
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Brigadier General Andriy Khnatov as the new commander of the combined armed forces defending the eastern region of Donetsk. This change follows the dismissal of Lieutenant General Yuriy Sodol, who faced criticism for significant military failures.
Russian Forces Capture Strategic Village of Ocheretyne in Donetsk Region
In a significant development, the Russian army has seized control of the pivotal village of Ocheretyne in the Donetsk region of Ukraine, a strategic location crucial for Ukrainian defense efforts. The capture, reported by renowned military observer Julian Röpcke from German publication BILD, marks a notable advancement for Russian forces in the ongoing conflict.