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Russian forces conducted 106 attacks on Soledar on 8-9 January, with 22 combat engagements taking place in the city itself.
Source: Serhii Cherevatyi, spokesman for the Eastern Group of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, on air during the national 24/7 joint newscast
Quote: "Fierce battles are taking place there [in Soledar - ed.]. Russian forces launched 106 attacks in the area on 8-9 January, with 22 combat engagements taking place. Direct measures are being taken to prevent the enemy from advancing further, and systematic strikes are being carried out by our side.
Yesterday [8 January – ed.], additional military assets and personnel were allocated to the commanders in Soledar.
Soledar is under constant control. I believe that our combined efforts will help to stabilise the situation."
Details: Cherevatyi said that frosty weather will allow the use of heavy equipment such as tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, and armoured personnel carriers, and therefore counteroffensive actions will be possible: "Whichever side is better prepared, prepares its equipment for the winter phase of operation, trains personnel, and develops better tactical plans will have the advantage".