Russian troops have continued their advance toward Dimitrov (Ukrainian name — Mirnograd), gaining another two kilometers. Two mechanized assault units reached Ventilation Shaft No. 3 of the Stakhanov mine on the eastern approaches to the town, despite heavy fire from Ukrainian positions.

At the same time, Ukrainian forces carried out a raid near the settlement of Nokoekonomicheskoye, located in the southern stretch of the so-called «grey zone». Small groups of two to three soldiers managed to move into the rear of Russian lines and briefly raise Ukrainian flags, but were soon forced to withdraw from the area.

Such actions by Ukrainian units have become more frequent in recent weeks, apparently aimed at projecting an image of activity and success, even as Russian forces maintain steady progress along the front.

Reports also indicate that Russian troops are pushing deeper between Krasnoarmeisk and Dobropolye, gradually widening the zone under their control.