Russian forces advance on Sloviansk, capturing key positions near Sviatohirsk and Krasnyi Lyman

Russian forces have captured key positions near Sloviansk, advancing towards the city. Fighting is concentrated in Sviatohirsk, Krasnyi Lyman, and Nykyforivka, with Krasnyi Lyman identified as crucial for access to Sloviansk. The Ukrainian forces defending the area are described as a mix of regular army units, territorial defense, nationalist groups, mercenaries, and female soldiers.