Russian Forces Gain Ground in Ukraine

Russian forces have reportedly captured the settlements of Pryvillia in Ukraine's Donetsk region and Pryluky in the Zaporizhzhia region. The announcement made by Russia's Defence Ministry on Saturday remains unverified by independent sources such as Reuters.

Russian forces claim to have taken control of key settlements in Ukraine, according to an announcement on Saturday by Russia's Defence Ministry. The areas captured include Pryvillia in the Donetsk region and Pryluky in the Zaporizhzhia region.

As the conflict continues, such territorial advances mark significant strategic moves. Ukraine has yet to offer an official response to these claims.

Reuters has stated it cannot independently verify the reports, underlining the difficulties in confirming battlefield developments in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)