Fierce fighting continues around Pokrovsk, where Ukrainian special forces and intelligence units are battling a major Russian assault.
President Volodymyr Zelensky visited troops near the embattled city, saying:
I met with our warriors at the command post of the 1st Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine ‘Azov,’ which is conducting a defensive operation in the Dobropillia sector.
Zelensky received reports from commanders and discussed defense needs, including weapons supplies and logistics.
Author's summary: Zelensky visits Azov troops near Pokrovsk.