Ukrainian forces report advances near Kupiansk as heavy clashes persist

Ukrainian forces have conducted clearing operations on the right bank of the Oskil River north of Kupiansk after neutralizing Russian drone capabilities, according to military analysts and local reports. Ukrainian defenders also report repelling over 220 to 250 daily assaults across key battlelines, particularly around Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka, and Lyman.

However, conflicting claims persist along other sections of the front line. Russia's Ministry of Defense claimed its forces captured several settlements on the approaches to Sumy. Additionally, Russian Chief of General Staff Valery Gerasimov personally denied reports of Ukrainian tactical gains in the Zaporizhzhia sector.

Strikes on ammunition depots were also reported in the Kyiv region as heavy combat continues across multiple operational areas.

Sources: NV, Radio Svoboda, The Insider, Ukrainska Pravda.