Russian forces used the D-30 howitzer to destroy an AFU command post, supported by reconnaissance intelligence.
In August, Russia gained 477 square kilometers, its largest monthly gain since October 2022.
Ukraine captured over 1,100 square kilometers in early August, but advances slowed to 1,150-1,300 square kilometers over two weeks.
Russian troops advanced 15 square kilometers per day, nearing Pokrovsk.
Moscow’s 2024 gains total 1,730 square kilometers, tripling 2023 advances.
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