72nd separate mechanized brigade named after Black Zaporizhzhya, which defends Vugledar in the Donetsk region, denied information about its departure from the city. The relevant video appeal was published on the brigade's official Facebook page.
Statement of the military
In the video, a fighter of the brigade assured that the Ukrainian defenders continue to hold the defense, despite intense assaults by the Russian invaders. Loud explosions can be heard in the background during his speech, underscoring the tense situation in the region. "We want to dispel all doubts and the opinion of pseudo-experts that the 72nd brigade left the city of Vugledar. Currently, despite heavy assaults and difficult circumstances, we are in place. Today is 09/26/2024. Glory to Ukraine!" - emphasized the military man.
Analysts of the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) note that Russian troops have been actively advancing in the areas of Kreminnaya, Toretsk, and Pokrovsk, and have also tried to advance within the borders of Vugledar. At the same time, the Armed Forces of Ukraine repulse the attacks of the occupiers in Vovchansk.
The military explained that the decision on the possible withdrawal of the Armed Forces from Vugledar will depend on the state of the city. The head of the Council of Reservists of the Ground Forces noted that if the city is destroyed and there is no possibility to organize a high-quality defense, then perhaps the troops will be withdrawn. "If there is a threat to the life and integrity of the military, they will most likely be withdrawn," he stressed.
