Ukrainian Special Forces Deploy to Pokrovsk Amid Russian Encirclement Efforts

Ukrainian special forces deployed to Pokrovsk, Ukraine, amid claims by Russia of surrounding Kyivs troops, as both nations vie for control in Donetsk Oblast.

• This week, Ukraine deployed special forces to Pokrovsk, Ukraine, a critical road and rail hub in Donetsk Oblast, to counter Russian encirclement efforts.
• Russia has announced that it has surrounded Kyivs forces in the Pokrovsk area, intensifying the ongoing conflict over this strategic location.
• The operation in Pokrovsk, Ukraine was overseen by spy chief Kyrylo Budanov, highlighting the significance of intelligence in the conflicts current phase.