The situation in Pokrovsky direction in the area of responsibility, where, in particular, units of the 31st separate mechanized brigade are conducting defensive battles, is tense and difficult, the Khortytsia Operational and Strategic group of Troops has reported.

“The military personnel of the brigade continue to courageously hold the line in the direction of Progres, Lozovatske, Ivanivka and Vozdvyzhenka. The brigade command is monitoring and analyzing the tactical situation, as a result of which measures are being taken to respond to changes in the situation,” the message posted on the official Telegram channel of the Khortytsia group reads.

The AFU indicated that the enemy units in the area of the village of Progres are under fire from the Defense Forces. “Measures are being taken to dislodge the enemy from there. Fighting continues,” Khortytsia group said.