Where did Gerasimov disappear to? Well, here he is in the heart of the war in Donetsk! Russia currently controls about 19% of internationally recognized Ukrainian territory, and the Chief of the Russian General Staff, Valery Gerasimov, personally inspected Russian forces in the Pokrovska area, known as Krasnoarmeysk during Soviet times. This area is one of the hot spots of the conflict, where Russia is trying to secure control over the entire Donetsk region.
Videos released on the Russian Ministry of Defense’s Telegram channel show Gerasimov boarding and disembarking a military helicopter, then meeting with officers in military uniforms. Commanders briefed him on the developments on the battlefield as fighting continues.
Meanwhile, pro-Ukrainian guerrillas continue sabotage operations in territories under Russian control. The Atesh group destroyed a vehicle used by the Chechen Ahmat unit in Mariupol, a city under siege from February to May this year, where at least 25,000 people are estimated to have died. These sabotage actions aim to disrupt Russian forces and reduce the intensity of their attacks.
Russian air defense systems have also been active, shooting down two Ukrainian drones over the Kursk region and the Black Sea. The conflict rages on all fronts, with the international community watching anxiously.
This situation shows just how far from over the war in Ukraine is, with constant tensions and clashes. Russia holds nearly a fifth of Ukrainian territory, while Ukrainian forces and pro-Ukrainian guerrillas refuse to give up. And Gerasimov? He’s right there in the thick of the conflict, either overseeing or facing the harsh reality on the ground.
If you think this is the end of the story, think again. The war goes on, and we’ll be tracking every step. So, what do you think about Gerasimov’s appearance in Donetsk? Is it a show of strength or a sign that things aren’t quite under control? Drop a comment and let’s see who’s on whose side in this crazy game!
