Intense Fighting in Eastern Ukraine as Conflict Escalates

Ukrainian forces report gains in Kharkiv, while Russian troops supported by North Korean soldiers push for territory near Kursk.

Ukrainian military claims to have regained positions in Kharkiv, while Russian forces make advances in Donetsk regions like Pokrovsk and Kurakhove.
The conflict has now seen over 214 clashes across various frontlines, with both sides reporting heavy casualties and no independent verification of territorial changes.
North Korean troops, reportedly numbering around 10,000, have suffered significant losses while supporting Russian operations near Kursk, according to Ukrainian sources.
Ukrainian special forces destroyed a Russian supply train carrying fuel in Zaporizhzhia, disrupting logistics and damaging critical railway infrastructure.
Russia continues to blame the West and Ukraine for prolonging the war, while dismissing peace talks unless Ukraine agrees to conditions akin to surrender.