Russia controls 70% of Pokrovsk: Zelensky called the situation extremely difficult.

Deterioration of the situation in Pokrovsk in Donetsk region

According to inkorr.com: In Pokrovsk in Donetsk region, battles continue between Russian and Ukrainian forces for control of the territory. According to military personnel and experts, the Russians control over 70% of the city. The commander of the 'Wolves Da Vinci' battalion admitted that there are no clear defensive lines capable of stopping the enemy's advance.

Confrontation at the front

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the deterioration of the situation, calling the enemy 'number one'. Russian troops entered Pokrovsk last month after a year of intense fighting. The Ukrainian side sent its elite units to the city and initiated a special operation to contain the enemy.

Diplomatic confrontation

The losses of Pokrovsk could seriously impact Ukraine. The Donetsk region has become a battlefield for diplomatic struggle between Kyiv and Moscow for influence over U.S. President Donald Trump. Zelensky emphasized that Russia has not achieved its goals, however, analysts warn of possible negative consequences for Ukraine in the event of losing Pokrovsk.

The advance of Russian troops on the city of Pokrovsk in Donetsk region has created a complex situation in which Ukraine had to deploy its elite forces to curb the enemy advance. This could also have serious diplomatic consequences in relations between Ukraine and Russia. Events in Pokrovsk remain key in the context of the broader war in Donbas and may influence the further strategy of both sides.