Pokrovsk Braces as Russian Forces Close In

Ukrainian city faces evacuation and intensified defenses amid advancing Russian troops.

Pokrovsk, a key logistical hub in eastern Ukraine, is under threat from nearby Russian forces.
Residents are evacuating as Ukrainian officials warn of imminent danger and intensify defenses.
The city is crucial for Ukrainian military supply lines and holds significant industrial value.
Ukrainian forces are fortifying positions while managing evacuations under difficult conditions.
The fall of Pokrovsk would severely disrupt Ukrainian operations in the Donetsk region.