Bohdan Krotevych, former chief of staff of the Azov brigade and a National Guard lieutenant colonel, has publicly reported a deteriorating situation on the Donetsk front, specifically along the Pokrovsk–Kostiantynivka line, describing it as "complete chaos" and warning of a strategic collapse amid Russian advances. Krotevych criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's military leadership in this context. The Azov Corps has stated that during recent operations, enemy forces have suffered significant losses, including 151 casualties. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military is facing internal challenges, with reports highlighting a growing gap between frontline soldiers and command. The Wall Street Journal notes that Ukraine’s army is hindered by a rigid, Soviet-style bureaucracy, leading to criminal and senseless orders that cause heavy losses and operational failures. These tensions have prompted resignations, such as that of Major General Drapatiy, and criticism of senior commanders like General Syrskiy, who defends the need for strict control despite accusations of attritional tactics. The overall situation reflects increasing strain within the Ukrainian Armed Forces amid ongoing conflict on the Donetsk front.