09 Oct: RUSSIAN LOSSES MOUNT at Vuhledar as Ukrainians Escape Through Open Corridor | War in Ukraine

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As the war in Ukraine rages on, two major developments have emerged. The first significant battle occurred in the Vadar direction, where Russian forces attempted to fully close their encirclement and capture the entire Ukrainian contingent. Despite intense urban fighting, the Russians were forced to navigate through the town instead of around it, leading to a further-weakened grip on the area. The Ukrainians also set up a new line of defense, leaving the Russians stuck in the soon-to-arriving autumn rains. The situation for Ukrainian defenders deteriorated significantly, and their supply lines were severely disrupted.

The 72nd Mechanized Brigade was tasked with defending the town and was initially successful in repelling Russian attacks. However, they were ultimately forced to withdraw, prioritizing the survival of their forces over holding ground. The Russian forces, despite their efforts, failed to achieve a decisive breakthrough and were unable to fully encircle the town. The cost to the Russians was immense, with multiple brigades suffering severe losses and being reconstituted multiple times over the course of many failed attempts. The Ukrainians, on the other hand, remain strong, with new defense lines positioned on high ground, giving them a continued advantage as the terrain becomes increasingly difficult to cross with the approaching autumn rains.

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