"Russian Command Faces Tough Decision as Defense Forces Launch Offensive on Bakhmut Flanks"

The Ukrainian defense forces are engaging in battles on the southern and northern flanks around the city of Bakhmut, but there is currently no intensive urban warfare in the city itself. The Ukrainian forces have seized the initiative on the battlefield, forcing the Russian invaders to withdraw some units. They are employing modern tactics and technology, such as unmanned aerial vehicles and high-precision systems, to press the enemy without incurring large personnel losses. The Ukrainian forces have also captured numerous prisoners of war, who were found to be motivated by financial gain rather than ideology. However, the Russian forces still retain their combat capability and ability to attack Ukrainian positions.