Ukrainian forces are advancing in the east, recapturing territories and inflicting significant losses on the Russian army, according to President Zelensky.

On Friday, Ukrainian forces intensified their offensive near the cities of Pokrovsk and Dobropillia, causing significant losses to Russia, according to President Zelensky. He stated that the operation prevented the transformation of Pokrovsk into a logistics center for Moscow. Ukrainian troops advanced between 3 and 7 kilometers, recapturing seven localities and 160 square kilometers. In response, Russia announced the capture of nearby villages. Donbas remains the epicenter of the intense conflict.