russian troops storming Azovstal plant in Mariupol

In blockaded Mariupol, russian invaders storm Azovstal, defended by Ukrainian Defense Forces

Sviatoslav Palamar (Kalyna), deputy commander of the Azov Regiment reported this in a comment to the UP.

According to Palamar, the occupiers are just now trying to break into the plant. Before the assault, russian aircraft bombed the plant.

"We were bombed all night, two civilian women were killed, and now Azovstal is being stormed," the deputy commander said.

Defenders of Mariupol also told the UP verbatim: "We know that the president is informed about the situation in Mariupol and he keeps his finger on the pulse. Therefore, we expect drastic action from him, because the situation is very difficult."

To recap, after the partial evacuation of civilians from the territory of Azovstal, the russian occupiers fired on the territory of the Azovstal plant on May 2.

Civilian and Ukrainian defenders are hiding there.

There was a strong fire, which was visible from all parts of the city.

According to the Ministry of Defense, Mariupol is mostly under the control of russian troops. The situation is extremely difficult.

"Mostly the city is under the control of the russian armed forces, where russian troops are committing crimes, trying to filter the population. We have information that the population is forcibly deported to russia. This is the current situation," Motuzianyk said.