Russia Captures Town in Eastern Ukraine

The Russian military has captured the town of Schelanne Druhe in eastern Ukraine, strengthening its territorial claims in the Donetsk region as part of an ongoing offensive. Meanwhile, the presence of North Korean troops has been confirmed, primarily as support personnel due to the poor quality of ammunition supplied by North Korea to Russia. Experts warn that Russian forces are likely to implement flanking encirclement tactics around key locations like Selydove, which is crucial for advancing towards Pokrovsk. In Kharkiv, a Russian glide bomb strike injured 12 people, highlighting the ongoing threat to urban areas from aerial attacks. Russia's use of retrofitted Soviet-era munitions contributes to its territorial control, currently estimated at 20% of Ukraine. As the conflict escalates, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calls for increased Western support amidst uncertain U.S. aid commitments.