Russian troops are actively putting pressure on the city of Toretsk, increasing the number of assault operations and artillery shelling. — Ukrinform.

"Near Toretsk, Russian troops seem to have a case of spring fever," the brigade’s statement said. "Instead of sending in small assault groups, they are now rolling out tank 'tin cans' packed with infantry.

The front line inside Ukraine has become more static, Ukrainian soldiers say, even as Russia regains ground in its own Kursk region.