Ukraine has rejected Russian claims that its forces have captured the city of Pokrovsk in eastern Donetsk, stating that Ukrainian troops continue to hold the northern districts along a railway line.
Dmytro Lykhovii, spokesperson for Ukraine’s General Staff, told Interfax-Ukraine that the situation remains “extremely difficult” but that defensive positions have not collapsed. Ukrainian units are continuing operations to eliminate enemy cells, while logistical routes in Pokrovsk and nearby Myrnohrad are being reinforced to supply frontline positions.
Russia’s Defence Ministry released footage purportedly showing its soldiers raising the Russian flag in Pokrovsk’s central square, but Kyiv described these claims as staged and aimed at influencing international negotiations. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that Kyiv still controls Kupiansk and acknowledged Russian advances in some areas. Independent verification of either side’s claims is currently not possible due to ongoing hostilities.
Pokrovsk, a city of around 60,000 before the war, is strategically significant as a logistical hub in Donetsk. Analysts note that control of the city would provide Russian forces access routes to larger urban centres such as Kramatorsk and Sloviansk. Ukraine reported that Russia has concentrated a substantial number of troops in the region, while Kyiv has reinforced its defences. Both sides have suffered casualties, though exact figures are difficult to confirm.
The Institute for the Study of War highlighted that Russian announcements may form part of an information campaign intended to influence international perception and negotiations.
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