Russian President Vladimir Putin declared that Russian forces have captured 5,000 square kilometers of Ukrainian territory, maintaining the strategic initiative in the conflict.

Putin stated that Russia has gained almost 5,000 square kilometers of territory in Ukraine, which represents 1% of the country's area, bringing Russia's total control to nearly 20%. He claimed that Ukrainian forces are retreating on the front, despite attempts at resistance. Putin reiterated that Russia's objectives remain the same: the demilitarization and denazification of Ukraine.