Summary
The ongoing battle in the Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk continues despite claims by Russian President Vladimir Putin that the city has fallen to Russian forces. Ukrainian soldiers maintain that they still hold parts of the city, using symbolic acts like raising their flag to demonstrate ongoing resistance and control. The conflict has led to intense fighting, with both sides suffering casualties.
Key Facts
- Ukrainian soldiers raised their flag in Pokrovsk to show continued resistance against Russian forces.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin recently claimed that Russian forces have captured Pokrovsk.
- Pokrovsk is a strategic location in the Donbas region, which Russia aims to control.
- The Ukrainian military claims to still control the northern part of Pokrovsk.
- Ukrainian forces use live drone feeds to coordinate attacks on Russian positions.
- The battle in Pokrovsk has been ongoing for nearly 18 months, with significant destruction in the city.
- Russian troops have been attempting to advance using small groups dressed as civilians.
- Ukrainian commanders report heavy Russian casualties but acknowledge ongoing challenges in holding the city.
