In a statement on his social media account, Sirskiy stated that Russia has not given up hope of seizing Bahmut at any cost, “despite the loss of troops and equipment.”
Pointing out that the main forces of Russia in the direction of Bahmut are formed by the fighters of the Russian security company Wagner, Sirskiy said, “They are inflicting great losses and are running out of power. We will take advantage of this opportunity very soon, as we once did in Kiev, Kharkiv, Balakliya and Kupyansk.” used the phrases.
Sirskiy noted that under the uninterrupted attacks of the Russian army, the Ukrainian soldiers at the front showed endurance, courage and valor.