Battle of Toretsk

Toretsk in Ruins: No Shelters Left as Russian Forces Advanc

There are no remaining intact buildings or shelters in Toretsk, located in Donetsk Oblast, facilitating the Russian military's occupation of new areas in the town, according to Anastasia Bobovnikova, a spokesperson for the Operational Tactical Group Luhansk, on October 14, reports the Kyiv Independent.

Toretsk Faces Increasing Russian Domination as Ukrainian Troops Withdraw

Russian military forces have taken control of more than two-thirds of Toretsk, a city in Ukraine, with advancements made during the night, according to regional governor Denis Pushilin, as reported by rbc.ru. He noted that the liberation of Toretsk is significant for the surrounding area, particularly for residents of Horlivka, who have been under fire from nearby positions.

Russian Forces Advance into Toretsk, Intensifying Battle on Ukraine’s Eastern Front

Late on October 7th, Russian forces entered the eastern outskirts of the Ukrainian frontline town of Toretsk, less than a week after seizing control of Vuhledar, according to reports by Reuters and The Kyiv Independent, citing Ukraine's military.

Russian Forces Capture Another Settlement in Donetsk as Ukraine Makes Minimal Gains in Kursk

Ukrainian air defenses successfully intercepted three missiles and twenty-five drones launched by Russia overnight, according to Kyiv's air force. The attack targeted nine regions across central, northern, and southern Ukraine. Earlier reports indicated that Ukrainian air defenses had thwarted a Russian air assault on the capital, Kyiv.

Russia Captures Village in Donetsk Region as Fierce Fighting in Ukraine Continues

The Russian military has announced its capture of the village of Pivdenne in Ukraine's Donetsk region. Located approximately 6 kilometers southeast of Toretsk, a significant Ukrainian fortress and coal-mining town, Pivdenne has been a target for Russian advances since June.