Russia Claims Encirclement of Dobropillia
Russian forces have claimed to have successfully encircled the town of Dobropillia in eastern Ukraine. However, the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) has reported that there is currently no verifiable evidence to support the Russian military's claim of encirclement. The situation remains fluid as frontline assessments continue.
Date: September 23, 2026
Location: Donbas, Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: ground battle
Severity: HIGH
Source: Mezha