26.01.2025, Moscow.
The Russian Armed Forces announced the liberation of Velikaya Novoselka, a village in southern Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR), the Russian Ministry of Defense reported on January 26.
The ministry emphasized the strategic significance of this development in the context of ongoing military operations.
Velikaya Novoselka had long been a critical point in the theater of military actions. Situated at the intersection of the Zaporozhye and Dnepropetrovsk Regions, the village served as a key logistical and command center for the Ukrainian armed units. The situation in this area had been tense, and the liberation of Velikaya Novoselka was the result of targeted actions by Russian troops.
According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, the operation was carried out by the Group of Forces Vostok, which had been actively operating in the region. A day earlier, reports indicated the encirclement and neutralization of Ukrainian units in the southern part of the village, marking a crucial phase in neutralizing Ukrainian forces in the area.
The final assault began on January 20 and lasted several days, during which Russian troops launched a series of successful attacks that enabled them to secure key enemy positions. The liberation of Velikaya Novoselka is considered a significant milestone that could greatly influence the dynamics of Russia’s special military operation.
Velikaya Novoselka attracted the attention of military strategists due to its strategic location. Control over this village opens new opportunities for maneuvers and operations by Russian forces.
Military experts stated that the liberation of Velikaya Novoselka could further weaken the Ukraine’s positions in the region.
Thus, the liberation of Velikaya Novoselka represents not only a tactical victory but also a strategic step within the broader military campaign.