Russian forces have gone on the offensive west of Krasnoarmeisk (known in Ukraine as Pokrovsk) and advanced around the village of Grishino. The Telegram channel Idi i smotri reported that Russian assault units are attacking positions to the west of Pokrovsk.

According to these reports, Russian assault troops have already entered Grishino, a settlement described as a key logistical hub for the Ukrainian army.

Military-focused channels state that guardsmen of the 27th Division and units of the 41st Army are fighting on the southern outskirts of Grishino, moving forward along a chain of ponds. Securing the northern bank has so far proved impossible: Ukrainian forces have pulled back the remaining elements of units that retreated from Dimitrov and Krasnoarmeisk and reinforced them with reserves from other directions.

The situation on this sector is further complicated by the fact that, according to these sources, the Ukrainian side had concentrated its most combat-ready units in Grishino in advance and deployed a significant number of UAV operators there. It is also noted that the road leading into the village from the east is not yet under full Russian control.

Terrain is another obstacle for Russian troops. North of the road and in the eastern part of Grishino lie small elevations, while the section along the road itself runs through low ground and is clearly visible. Analysts cited in these reports believe that once supply lines are stabilised and key heights are taken, it will be noticeably easier for Russian units to continue their advance in this area.