Russia gains in east before Trump-Putin summit, Ukraine says holding off
Summary
Russia advanced in the Donetsk region of Ukraine before a summit between President Putin and former President Trump in Alaska. Ukrainian forces are trying to hold back Russian advances, particularly in the town of Pokrovsk. Ukraine is also conducting strikes against Russian oil facilities to weaken their military abilities.Key Facts
- Russia gained ground in Donetsk, Ukraine, focusing on the town of Pokrovsk.
- Presidents Putin and Trump are scheduled to meet for a summit in Alaska.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated his forces continue to push back against Russian advances.
- Russia annexed Donetsk and three other regions in 2022.
- Russia launched a missile at Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region, causing casualties.
- Ukraine struck the Syzran oil refinery in Russia’s Samara region and a port in Astrakhan.
- Ukraine is targeting Russian oil facilities to reduce their war capabilities.
- During one week, 535 Russian drones and missiles targeted Ukraine, with most being intercepted.
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