Summary
Ukrainian forces have successfully recaptured most of the city of Kupiansk from Russian control, challenging Russian claims of dominance. Despite Moscow's statements that they held the city, evidence showed Ukrainian advances and Russian retreats. The conflict continues, with both sides providing conflicting reports on the situation in other regions.
Key Facts
- Ukraine regained almost all of Kupiansk, pushing Russian troops to the city's outskirts.
- Ukrainian forces cut off Russian supply lines to Kupiansk and isolated about 200 Russian soldiers there.
- Russia claimed to control the situation in Kupiansk, despite Ukrainian advances.
- Ukraine reported success in using a drone to damage a Russian submarine, which Russia denied.
- Ukrainian forces said they reclaimed territory in Pokrovsk, while Russian officials maintained they held control.
- Ukrainian Commander Col. Gen. Oleksandr Syrskii reported significant territorial gains to allies.
- Russia's Ministry of Defence continued to assert their control over key areas despite evidence of Ukrainian control.
