Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the significance of the ongoing offensive in Kursk, which is seen as crucial for maintaining a buffer zone against Russian forces. In his evening address, he highlighted that the operation is effectively degrading Russian military capabilities. Additionally, the General Staff of Ukraine convened to discuss intensifying the defense of Pokrowsk in the Donbass region, where recent fighting has been particularly fierce. The ongoing conflict has resulted in significant Russian troop losses, according to Ukrainian sources.

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