The Russian Ministry of Defense announced on the 26th that Chief of the General Staff Gerasimov inspected the front lines in Ukraine, encouraging local soldiers to strengthen their offensive.
Meanwhile, Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Shirsky also visited the front-line command post and emphasized continued defensive posture with emphasis on limiting casualties for his soldiers.
After a fierce battle that resulted in many casualties, the Russian military took control of Audiiivka in the eastern Donetsk region in the middle of this month, and has continued to carry out attacks in various locations.
The Ukrainian Air Force announced on the 26th that there had been an attack by the Russian military using 14 Iranian-made drones and seven missiles.
Authorities in the northeastern state of Sumui also said that two people in a house were killed in rocket attacks and aircraft bombs in the state.
Against this backdrop, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced on the 26th that Chief of the General Staff Gerasimov visited a front-line command post, received a report on future operations, and presented soldiers with medals in recognition of their military achievements.
The plan is to encourage local soldiers and strengthen their offensive.
Meanwhile, Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Sirsky also posted on social media on the 26th that he visited a front-line command post with Defense Minister Umerov.
Commander-in-Chief Sirsky said, ``The enemy regularly attacks our positions, and the situation is difficult in many areas.'' He pointed out the importance of protecting the
He emphasized the continued defense while focusing on limiting damage to soldiers.