Russian forces have taken control of a village located just seven kilometers from the border of Ukraine’s central Dnipropetrovsk region, according to statements from Moscow.
The Kremlin’s military has not crossed into the region since their offensive began three years ago, but they have been making gradual advances for months, aiming for a significant breakthrough.
Capturing territory in the Dnipropetrovsk region would be perceived as a significant propaganda win for Russia, although military analysts suggest that such a move would lack substantial strategic importance.
The Russian defense ministry announced that army units have “liberated the village of Zaporizhzhia” within the eastern Donetsk region, which borders Dnipropetrovsk to the east.
US President Donald Trump has been advocating for a swift resolution to the conflict since assuming office; however, his administration has struggled to achieve a breakthrough despite numerous negotiation attempts with both parties involved.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has dismissed a joint US-Ukrainian proposal for a 30-day ceasefire, suggesting this week that President Volodymyr Zelensky be ousted as a condition for any peace agreement.
Ukraine accuses Russia of ‘war crime’ following Kharkiv assault
Ukraine has charged Russia with committing a “war crime” during a large-scale attack on Kharkiv, which included strikes on a military hospital that injured personnel receiving treatment.
“The hospital structure and adjacent residential buildings were damaged by a Shahed drone,” reported the Ukrainian army in a statement.
“Preliminary findings indicate casualties among military personnel who were receiving care at the medical facility,” they added.
Ukraine generally refrains from disclosing details on military casualties and did not specify how many soldiers were harmed.
It accused Russia of committing a “war crime” and “breaching the principles of international humanitarian law.”
The Ukrainian emergency services reported that the “massive attack” on the northeastern city also led to the destruction of residential and office buildings.
Governor Oleg Synegubov stated that two individuals lost their lives: a 67-year-old man and a 70-year-old woman, while another 25 people were injured, including children.
