Russia advances near Krymki, secures road

Russian military sources report that the Russian Armed Forces are advancing in the Rubtsovsk direction in Ukraine, specifically in the area of the settlement of Krymki. Assault units of the 20th Army of the 'West' Group of Forces, supported by artillery, have taken a section of the road near the settlement of Oleksandrivka under fire control. The operational update, accompanied by a map, states the forces are in a position of maximum advantage, though the map is noted as being for reference and subject to adjustment.