On Tuesday, Russia’s forces pressed deeper into the eastern Ukrainian regions of Pokrovsk and Kupiansk. Utilizing motorbikes and vans, Russian troops rapidly advanced into the city centers. This rapid advance is reportedly intended to establish a strategic presence and potentially lead towards Kramatorsk and Sloviansk, which currently administer significant portions of the Donetsk region. The Russian military has stated the objective is to leverage the cities as a crucial pathway for future military operations. Further details regarding the precise movements and scope of these advances are currently unavailable.
Credits: News – South China Morning Post