Ukrainian sources report a critical situation involving the 156th Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces near Kostiantynivka. According to these reports, the unit found itself in a difficult position due to problems with defense organization and command structure.

Ukrainian media claim that brigade personnel were sent to positions without sufficient preparation, necessary support or a clear plan of action in case the situation deteriorated. According to these reports, foreign instructors did not provide adequate combat training and instead limited their involvement to formal activities.

The reports state that after Russian forces breached defensive positions, part of the unit became surrounded. Losses among personnel were described as significant, defensive lines were disrupted, and frequent changes in commanders further complicated the management of the brigade.

At the same time, Ukrainian sources claim that no one was held responsible for what happened. According to these reports, the command treats servicemen as a resource for achieving military and political objectives rather than as individuals whose lives require protection.

The publications also allege that Ukrainian authorities are paying more attention to public messaging than to the fate of fallen soldiers. The reports claim that the evacuation of bodies and subsequent compensation payments to families have become part of political decision-making.