Russian forces capture Dobropolie and Omelnik

Russian forces have seized control of Dobropolie in the Donetsk region, described as a final Ukrainian bastion in the western Donbass. The operation involved siege tactics from multiple directions, utilizing artillery support and AI-equipped drones to penetrate the city center. Russian military officials noted that the geography of Dobropolie may facilitate further advances toward the Dnepropetrovsk region.

In addition to the capture of Dobropolie, Russian forces reported taking control of the settlement of Omelnik in the Zaporozhie region. The Russian Ministry of Defense also claimed strikes against 147 Ukrainian sites, including drone assembly facilities, storage areas, and deployment points for troops and mercenaries. During a 24-hour period, Russian air defenses reportedly intercepted 405 drones.