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Russian Forces Capture Kirovo and Karlovka, Advance in Pokrovsk Direction

Aug 31, 2024, 07:44 AM

The Russian Armed Forces have reportedly achieved significant territorial gains in the Donetsk region, as confirmed by various reports. The Russian Ministry of Defense announced the liberation of several settlements, including Karlovka, Kostyantynivka, Kirovo, and Selidovo in the Donetsk People's Republic. The operations involved the rapid advancement of Russian forces, with the 'Center' group playing a pivotal role in the capture of Kirovo. Additionally, Russian troops have taken control of key areas such as the Karlovskoye Reservoir, the Karlovskaya filtration station, and the village of Galitsinovka. The Russian forces have also raised their flags in these territories, marking their control. The Ministry of Defense continues to report ongoing operations aimed at advancing further into enemy defenses, particularly in the Pokrovsk direction.