Russia captured more territory in October than any month since mid-2022 - The Telegraph.

Occupiers narrowed down the territory of Ukraine in October 2024

Very bloody battles began in the east of Donbas, especially in the south of the front.

Russian troops bypassed the main defense structures of Ukraine and entered open territory where defenses were weak

Ukrainian forces lack sufficient manpower and weapons. Russian troops are approaching Pokrovsk - the main logistics hub for Ukrainian forces. This city is also an important defense point for Ukrainian forces.

South of Pokrovsk, heavy fighting is also taking place in the fortress of Kurakhove

DeepState experts report that the Russians have occupied a significant part of the territory. According to their data, the enemy captured about 490 sq. km in October, which is the highest figure in 2024 and since the Russian counteroffensive in October 2023. However, experts note that 'not everything should be evaluated by area', as it is possible to lose several brigades for one village, while incurring small losses in terms of territory.

Remember that Russian troops successfully used the capture of Vuhledar to achieve tactical victories south of Kurakhove and support Russian offensive operations to straighten the front line and suppress Ukrainian resistance in western Donetsk region.

Russian troops also damaged the dam of the Kurakhiv reservoir to cause significant flooding to the west of the reservoir, which could help Russia encircle Ukrainian forces to the north and south of Kurakhove.