The situation at the front remains very difficult, in particular near Bakhmut and Vugledar.

Russian troops, in addition to storming Ukrainian military positions, purposefully destroy populated areas.

This was announced by the head of state in the traditional evening address on Friday, January 27. 

"The situation at the front, and in particular in Donetsk region - near Bakhmut and Vugledar, remains extremely acute. The occupiers are not just storming our positions - they are deliberately and methodically destroying these cities and villages around them. With artillery, aviation, missiles.

The Russian army has no shortage of resources destruction.

And it can be stopped only by force.

Our soldiers, who are holding the defense on the directions in Donetsk region

, are real heroes. I thank each of you, guys, for your bravery," the Ukrainian leader said.

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