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Ukraine Denies Russian Claims of Territorial Gains

11/21/2025

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Ukraine Denies Gains

Ukraine rejected Russian claims of significant territorial gains in Pokrovsk and Vovchansk.
Russian President Vladimir Putin, while visiting military leaders, was told Russia controlled 70% of Pokrovsk and 80% of Vovchansk.
Ukraine's military dismissed these assertions as false and said heavy fighting continues in Pokrovsk, where Russia launched 56 attacks.
The front remains about 1,200 km long, while Russian forces slowly advance in Donetsk and occupy about 19% of Ukraine.

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Ukraine Counters Disinformation

Ukraine's General Staff accused Russia of spreading disinformation to mask significant losses amid ongoing attacks on the city near Kharkiv.
The city lies about 104 kilometers east of Kharkiv and faces relentless assaults from guided bombs, artillery, and drones.
The statement underscores the intensity of the conflict and Ukraine's effort to counter Russian narratives as heavy fighting continues.

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Ukraine Denies Gains

Ukraine rejected Russian claims of significant territorial gains in Pokrovsk and Vovchansk.
Russian President Vladimir Putin, while visiting military leaders, was told Russia controlled 70% of Pokrovsk and 80% of Vovchansk.
Ukraine's military dismissed these assertions as false and said heavy fighting continues in Pokrovsk, where Russia launched 56 attacks.
The front remains about 1,200 km long, while Russian forces slowly advance in Donetsk and occupy about 19% of Ukraine.

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