Russian forces have advanced near three settlements in the Bakhmut area
Russian forces are advancing in the Bakhmut district of Donetsk Oblast.
This is reported by analysts from the DeepState project.
According to their data, the enemy has advanced near Orikhovo-Vasylivka, Minkivka, and in Vasyukivka, which are part of the Soledar municipal community.

“The map has been updated. The enemy has advanced near Orikhovo-Vasylivka, Minkivka, and in Vasyukivka,” the report states.
Analysts note that the changes are reflected on the updated map of combat operations.
As a reminder, in early March, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukrainian intelligence had managed to obtain documents containing Russian plans for 2026–2027.
Zelenskyy emphasized the strategic importance of involving China in the process of ending Russian aggression.