Russian forces have likely taken control of a Ukrainian village in the eastern Donetsk region, the UK's defence ministry has said.
In an intelligence update, it said the fall of Novooleksandrivka, which is around 12 miles (20km) from Avdiivka, means Russian forces have moved closer to a key supply route - the T-05-04.
Ukraine uses the road to send supplies to its forces based further east in the country.
The MoD said it was "highly likely" Russia's next objective would be capturing another nearby village called Vozdvyzhenka.
Taking control of that area would help "sever" the supply road and "disrupt Ukrainian logistics", it added.
Russia has been advancing throughout the region after taking control of Avdiivka earlier this year.
this is strategic ground .....and about the opnly area russ are still making gains .
the highway serves Chasiv Yar .....but not the only supply road .
this the russ biggest advance this year .....20km !
