More interesting is the counter offfensive that started south of the city and the militia reported trapping 5,000 Kiev soldiers and hundreds of vehicles.
Seriously I doubt the militia can have a tight grip on that encirclement without endangering other parts of the east Ukraine that they are holding.
I'll stick with Col Cassad's opinion on this matter.
This story caught my attention as well, although I would be surprised if it is as advertised.
I also balance this with the info from Cassad and I think we can discern some facts.
1) That Kiev has committed so much to the front line, it has very little left in reserve
2) That beyond the line, there is a soft underbelly to be exploited
3) That this mission is more likely to be a smash and grab raid, to take equipment, ammo and other supplies.
4) Give heart to other Pro Russian areas under Kiev control and so encourage further uprisings etc.
Of course if the raid causes enough confusion (panic) among Pro Kiev forces on the Southern Front and it descends into widespread disorder and chaos, then an opportunity does arise to "melee" and inflict very heavy casualties. It does depend just how much force has been sent on it, or can be sent to join it if opportunity presents.
it also very much adds more rain onto Mr Porochencko's parade.
