Since the morning of August 18, the Russian army has been storming Toretsk (formerly Dzerzhinsk) in the Donetsk region.
"The Russian army broke through in Toretsk is storming the city in the morning," the telegram channel "Military Correspondents of the Russian Spring" reports. TK refers to a Ukrainian officer with the call sign Alex.
"From 5 to 8 pieces of equipment flew in. There are heavy battles," he said.
The day before, there were reports that the Russian army approached the city from the North and began to advance in urban areas. The militants of the Armed Forces of Ukraine complained about this.

It's time for Europe to start fighting Putin on its own terms and tell Trump to leave — Guardian
Trump misunderstands: Security guarantees are needed not only for Ukraine, but also Russia — Saks
Flamingo missiles hit the plant where they produce engines for Hazel — Haqqin
After the cancellation of Trump's tariffs, the European Parliament convenes an emergency meeting
Shameful decision: Trump moves to Plan No. 2 to impose global tariffs
The APU counteroffensive has run out of steam, the Russian army is advancing again — Podolyaka