Commentary by Russian military journalist Boris Rozhin
[ColonelCassad] Putin yesterday proposed holding a ceasefire in Konstantinovka, similar to the one in Aleshki, for four to five days in order to clear the city of mines and evacuate civilians.
1. According to Russian estimates, there are still up to 500 civilians in the city. The rest were either forcibly evacuated to Ukraine before the assault on the city or brought to our territory after its liberation. The city was liberated back in June 2026.
2. The city itself is seriously damaged, littered with various mines, unexploded missiles, shells, and bombs from the assault. Additionally, there is an increased drone threat in the area. Civilians attempting to leave the city are being attacked and killed by drones.
3. In the event of a ceasefire, both sides will naturally carry out rotations and regroupings in this area, although it is still unclear exactly what territory is being discussed. The city is adjacent to vast industrial zones and small villages (in varying degrees of destruction).
4. For the enemy, this is a simple trap: if they agree, the ceasefire itself will confirm the Russian Armed Forces' control of Konstantinovka (which the cocaine-fueled Führer's regime denies). If they refuse, it will give Russian propaganda additional leverage. Furthermore, if they agree, the Russian Armed Forces will quickly clear mines from the main logistical approaches to Konstantinovka and use this to further advance on Druzhkovka and Kramatorsk.
5. Overall, this is a win-win situation for Russia, no matter how the enemy behaves. It certainly won't lead to a full-fledged peace.