Russian MoD claims capture of Maloe near Dobropillya, expanding encirclement

Russia's Ministry of Defense reports its 51st Army has taken control of the village of Maloe near Dobropillya, expanding the outer ring of encirclement. Ukrainian National Guard units from the 4th and 15th brigades are reportedly attempting to break out toward Svyatogorovka. The claim is unverified and part of ongoing offensive operations in the Donetsk sector.