Western leaders, including Sir Keir Starmer, have shifted their rhetoric to suggest a negotiated solution is the way forward, with every inch of territory potentially vital to both Moscow and Kiev. There is.
In this article, we will take a look at the play situation on each front.
big picture
First, let’s look at conflict from a broader perspective.
According to a leading think tank, Russia controls more than 110,000 square kilometers of Ukrainian territory.
Donbass region
Moscow’s forces continue to advance toward the important logistics city of Pokrovsk, and Russia’s Ministry of Defense regularly claims villages in the region.
Invasion of Kursk in Ukraine
Ukraine continues to defy experts and still holds a significant position in Russia’s Kursk region.
In recent weeks, Russia has called on around 12,000 North Korean troops to take part in a major effort to retake territory seen as crucial in future negotiations.
Ukrainian military commanders reported that Russian forces were attacking “around the clock” using light armored and all-weather vehicles.
Luhansk region
In Luhansk, Ukrainian military commanders claimed that Russian forces were attempting to bypass Kiev’s defenses near Kupyansk (just north of Lyman Island) and seize positions along the east (left) bank of the Oskir River.
The Institute for War Studies said Russian forces continue to carry out offensive actions in the region, but have not made any confirmed advances.
Russian forces also maintain positions inside Kharkov, and although they pulled back the second front in May, no significant progress was made, as the map shows.
Zaporizhia region
Finally, in Zaporizhia, reports of a major Russian attack have not yet materialized.
Military bloggers claim the attack will begin at an unspecified time after Thursday.
The fighting continues, but there are no meaningful changes on the front lines.
