Russian forces are currently prioritizing the capture of Vovchansk, as it would allow them a tactical advantage for the advance in the Kharkiv region, reports ISW. According to ISW analysts, the capture of Vovchansk is one of the tactical objectives of the first phase of the Russian Federation’s advance attempt in the north of the Kharkiv region. In particular, Russia has struck bridges over the Siverskyi Donets River to quickly isolate the battlefield east of the river, aiming to increase its chances of disrupting Ukrainian ground communication lines and swiftly seizing Vovchansk. Additionall…