Russia Claims Defeat of Ukrainian Special Forces in Pokrovsk

Fighting erupts in eastern Ukraine's Pokrovsk as Russian forces claim victory over Ukrainian special forces. The city, dubbed 'the gateway to Donetsk,' is a strategic target for Moscow, with potential to provide a clear path to major Ukrainian-held cities. Supply lines to Pokrovsk are nearly cut off, and fighting has spread beyond city limits, creating a chaotic 'gray zone.' Ukrainian authorities and independent news agencies struggle to confirm Russia's claims due to reporting restrictions, leaving the region's future uncertain and the cost for both armies rising. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.