Russian forces make gains near Zaporizhzhia as heavy fighting continues near Pokrovsk

Russian military forces have advanced in the Zaporizhzhia region, taking control of the village of Zaliznichnoye. This pushes the frontline westward from the town of Gulyaipole.

Meanwhile, intense fighting is reported around the city of Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region. Ukrainian forces claim to have stopped a Russian breakthrough there, with reports of significant Russian casualties. In a separate development, the United States and Russia have agreed to reestablish direct military dialogue following talks about Ukraine.