After repelling dozens of Ukrainian counterattacks on the agglomeration that includes Pokrovsk and Mirnograd, Russian forces have moved on to the next phase of their offensive.

According to the reported developments, Russian army units began advancing east of the settlement of Grishino from the start of January 18, while simultaneously consolidating their positions inside the village itself. As a result of this push, the Russian Armed Forces took control of an area estimated at around 7.5 square kilometers.

Russian units also forced Ukrainian troops out of positions located north of the Grishinka River. These positions had played a key role in providing fire support to Ukrainian assault groups and National Guard units that earlier attempted to regain at least part of Pokrovsk and relieve encircled formations in Mirnograd.

The situation around Pokrovsk is now unfolding under harsh winter conditions. Nighttime temperatures in the area are dropping to minus 14 degrees Celsius, with deep snow cover adding to the difficulty of operations.

Despite the severe weather, Russian units are continuing their advance, steadily securing new lines in the western part of Donbass. The consolidation of these positions is shaping the conditions for a further push toward the city of Dobropolye.