The situation in Bakhmut remains very tense, according to Malyar. Efforts are being made to involve not only Wagner's men, but also professional paratrooper units. The enemy is suffering huge losses of personnel, but this does not stop them. Decisions are being made impulsively. Our defenders have to stop the enemy's advance in difficult conditions. Our command is responding to the current situation competently, taking into account all circumstances, tasks and the principle of military expediency.