Ukrainian Forces Say They Pushed Russian Troops Back Near Dobropillia

Ukrainian forces have pushed back Russian troops in the Dobropillia area of Donetsk region, Ukrainian officials said, following a joint operation by army and National Guard units.

According to Ukrinform, the operation involved units of the 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skala" together with the 1st Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine, "Azov". The two units coordinated the push that forced Russian troops to retreat from positions in the Dobropillia area.

Dobropillia, in Donetsk region, has been among the areas where front-line positions have shifted repeatedly amid the ongoing fighting between Ukrainian and Russian forces. Ukrainian authorities have periodically reported localized advances and counterattacks in the region as both sides seek to adjust their positions.

Ukrinform's report did not provide additional detail on the scale of the operation, casualties, or the exact territory recovered. Kyiv has not issued a broader statement on the development, and Moscow has not commented on the report.

The claim adds to a string of statements from both sides about shifting control along the eastern front, where independent verification is often limited and battlefield claims can be difficult to confirm in real time.