General Oleksandr Syrskyi of Ukraine's armed forces has reported increasing Russian activity around Pokrovsk, a strategic town in Donetsk. He denied claims of a blockade on Ukrainian troops, emphasizing the need to identify and eliminate Russian infantry. The situation is described as difficult, with Russian forces attempting to capture Pokrovsk for over a year, which could lead to further advances in the region. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky highlighted the importance of Pokrovsk, stating it is crucial for Russia's narrative to the U.S. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)