On Thursday, Ukraine successfully halted Russia’s push in Pokrovsk and regained control over parts of New-York, as reported by the Institute for the Study of War.
The organization shared maps illustrating the situation around Pokrovsk and Toretsk on September 5 via a post on X (formerly Twitter). In an interview with CNN, Oleksandr Syrskyi, commander of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, confirmed that there were no advancements from Russia on that day.
Syrskyi noted, “Over the last six days, the enemy hasn’t advanced a single meter in the Pokrovsk direction,” emphasizing that the city has faced continuous military pressure.
Russian forces did not make any confirmed gains in the Pokrovsk direction on September 5. Russian forces continued offensive operations in the Toretsk direction on September 5, but there were no confirmed changes to the frontline. https://t.co/CUW9lZ1KbE pic.twitter.com/RieL0eWxex
— Institute for the Study of War (@TheStudyofWar) September 6, 2024
This standstill in Pokrovsk is crucial as it serves as a key road and rail hub for Ukraine, facilitating the transport of military supplies to other regions.
Evans from the Institute for the Study of War commented that halting Russian advances counters the Kremlin’s narrative about the effectiveness of their warfare strategy and showcases Ukraine’s resilience to resist even under pressure.
She mentioned that Ukraine’s defense in Pokrovsk complicates Russian efforts to secure Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts and may diminish support for the war among the Russian public.
Furthermore, Evans highlighted the issues Russia faces with troop redeployments, revealing that Ukrainian efforts are forcing them to divert resources and further complicating their operational objectives.
Recent success in New-York allows Ukrainian forces to ease the pressure on Toretsk, which remains a significant battleground. Syrskyi emphasized the need for new recruits as Russia continues to hold advantages in various military aspects.
Although no advances were confirmed in Pokrovsk, Russian troops reportedly moved forward in other areas like Novohrodivka and Mykolaivka. The situation in Kursk has also been dynamic, with Ukraine claiming control over significant territory.
Syrskyi expressed confidence in the ongoing operations in Kursk, stating that they have significantly reduced the threat of Russian offenses and shifted the conflict into enemy territory.