In the Pokrovsk direction, Russian forces are operating in small groups without launching a large-scale offensive
Russian troops in the Pokrovsk direction continue to operate in small assault groups, attempting to advance without launching a major offensive.
This was reported on “Suspilne News” by Yulia Stepanuk, head of the communications department of the 117th Separate Heavy Mechanized Brigade.
According to her, the situation in the brigade’s area of responsibility remains stable: the number of Russian infantry has not changed significantly, but the occupiers continue to operate in small groups—two or three soldiers at a time—attempting to penetrate deeper into Ukrainian positions.
“We are seeing a buildup of manpower, but they are not currently deploying it on a large scale. They want to get as far forward as possible, ‘feel out’ the territory, and scout the paths,” Stepanuk noted.
At the same time, according to Ukrainian military assessments, there are currently no signs of preparations for a major offensive in this direction. Nor is there any evidence of compliance with the so-called “Easter truce,” which the Russian side had previously announced.
“There has never been a case where the Russian side has adhered to any conditions or a ceasefire. Their operations continue; they are trying to advance and are not letting up. Perhaps this will happen sometime tomorrow. But we are still preparing for any outcome,” Stepanuk added.
Over the past 24 hours, Ukrainian aviation struck seven areas where enemy forces were concentrated.
The General Staff releaseda map of combat operations in Ukraine as of April 3.
Map of combat operations in Ukraine as of March 7, 2026.
Map of combatoperations in Ukraine as of February 16.
