Russian Armed Forces units continue carrying out the special military operation in Ukraine. By the morning of June 18, the situation along the front lines was as follows.

Konstantinovka Direction

Russian troops are expanding their zone of control in Konstantinovka and continuing clearing operations. Clashes are being reported in the eastern part of the city and in the industrial zone. The Ukrainian garrison has almost no remaining routes for withdrawal.

Dobropolye Direction

Fighting continues for Mirnoye and on the approaches to Shevchenko. On June 17, the Russian Defense Ministry reported the liberation of Kutuzovka. Russian army units are bypassing Dobropolye from the east and advancing toward Rubezhnoye and Torskoye.

Krasny Liman Direction

A FAB-3000 aerial bomb destroyed a bridge near Mayaki that served as a key supply route for Ukrainian troops. Russian forces are increasing their presence in Krasny Liman and pressing ahead with the assault on the southern part of the city.

Kharkov Direction

Clashes continue near Losevka, Okhrimovka and Budarki. In Kazachya Lopan, Russian army fighters are moving forward despite fierce resistance from the Ukrainian Armed Forces.