Ukrainian troops advance near Kupyansk as heavy fighting continues across eastern front
Ukrainian forces have made gains near Kupyansk as intense combat continues along the eastern front, with over 250 daily engagements reported alongside conflicting territorial claims.
Ukrainian forces have advanced north of Kupyansk along the Oskil River following targeted infantry operations supported by electronic warfare to neutralize Russian drones. Reports also indicate upcoming confirmation of Ukrainian counter-clearing operations securing up to 200 square kilometers near Lyman.
Simultaneously, intense fighting persists across eastern fronts, with Ukraine's General Staff recording over 250 daily combat engagements. Heavy Russian assault activity continues near Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka, and Lyman in attempts to break through Ukrainian defenses.
Contrasting claims remain regarding other sectors. The Russian Ministry of Defense reported capturing several settlements approaching Sumy, while General Valery Gerasimov denied Ukrainian tactical progress in Zaporizhzhia. Elsewhere, Ukrainian authorities confirmed Russian strikes on ammunition depots in the Kyiv region.
Sources: NV, Радіо Свобода, The Insider, Українська правда
Sources
- Українська правда — На фронті понад 250 боїв: ворог намагався вклинитись в оборону на Лиманському напрямку
- NV — Ситуація на Купʼянському напрямку. Сили оборони придушили можливості росіян атакувати дронами та провели піхотний штурм — ISW
- The Insider — Украинские военные продвигаются севернее Купянска, поражение складов с боеприпасами в Киевской области. Что происходит на фронте
- Радіо Свобода — Ситуація на фронті: Генштаб ЗСУ назвав напрямки найінтенсивніших штурмів РФ та кількість боєзіткнень
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