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Ukrainian Forces Defend Pokrovsk Amid Intensified Russian Assault

7/21/2025

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Ukrainian troops are fiercely defending Pokrovsk as Russian forces push deeper into Donetsk. President Zelenskiy commended their bravery against sabotage units. In a bid to diminish Russia's military strength, Ukraine is launching air strikes with Western-supplied munitions. Meanwhile, Russia's motorcycle units offer tactical mobility but remain exposed to Ukrainian drone attacks.

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Ukrainian troops are fiercely defending Pokrovsk as Russian forces push deeper into Donetsk. President Zelenskiy commended their bravery against sabotage units. In a bid to diminish Russia's military strength, Ukraine is launching air strikes with Western-supplied munitions. Meanwhile, Russia's motorcycle units offer tactical mobility but remain exposed to Ukrainian drone attacks.