Ukraine Seeks to Prevent Fall of Pokrovsk Amid Threat of Encirclement
Ukraine's defending army continues to resist in Pokrovsk, despite Russia's claims of capturing the city being premature.
Russia's drones are disrupting vital supply lines, and its infantry is accumulating in the city, prompting calls for Ukraine to exit Pokrovsk.
- Ukraine has sent additional assault units and special operatives to the area.
- The 7th Corps of Ukraine's army reported that the Defense Forces stopped the expansion of Russian presence in the north of the city.
- The Defense Forces also prevented the enemy from cutting the road connecting Pokrovsk and Rodynske.
The area has resisted Russia's attacks for over a year.
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Author's summary: Ukraine resists in Pokrovsk despite Russian threats.