Ukraine's Fight to Hold Pokrovsk: A Closer Look

Ukraine is working hard to protect Pokrovsk, a crucial city in the east. The main goal? Keep supply and evacuation routes open and push back Russian soldiers hiding in the city. The top army commander, Oleksandr Syrskyi, visited the area to check on his troops. He said Russia's claims of trapping Ukrainian forces are not true. Instead, Russian soldiers are avoiding direct fights and moving around the city. Russia has been slowly moving towards Pokrovsk for over a year. They've taken control of small villages to the south. On Sunday, about 200 Russian soldiers entered the city in small groups. Meanwhile, Ukraine is trying to make its defenses stronger. They want to protect the routes that bring in supplies and help people leave safely. The main focus is on keeping Ukrainian soldiers safe. But it's not easy. Russia uses small drones and infantry to attack Pokrovsk. They also use armed vehicles to move towards Myrnohrad, a nearby town. Despite the challenges, Ukraine says logistics for the city are still possible.