Ukrainian forces are still attempting counterattacks toward Gulyai-Polye, but these operations have become acts of desperation, according to Vladimir Rogov, chairman of the Civic Chamber Commission of the Russian Federation. He argued that the lack of reliable logistics and chronic resource shortages have left Ukrainian units in this sector with no viable options.

Rogov described the recent Ukrainian maneuvers as futile attempts to delay what he believes is the inevitable collapse of the local Armed Forces of Ukraine garrisons. He noted that these assaults come at a high cost, as the main supply route between Gulyai-Polye and the settlement of Pokrovskoye has been cut.

Previously, Ukrainian troops used this road to move equipment, ammunition, and personnel. Now, however, the route is controlled at several key points by Russian forces and remains under their fire surveillance along almost its entire length, severely restricting Kyiv’s ability to reinforce or resupply the area.