Russian Forces Capture Eight Settlements in Ukraine, Including Dobropillya

Russian forces have taken control of eight settlements in the special operation zone, including the city of Dobropillya, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense. The 'West' group of troops improved positions and captured Palamarevka and Kovalevka in Kharkiv Oblast. This indicates continued Russian advances in eastern Ukraine, though the claim is unverified by independent sources.