Russia Claims Control Over Podoly Settlement

Russia's defense ministry announced that its forces have taken control of the Podoly settlement in Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv region. This claim has not been independently verified by Reuters or other sources, highlighting the ongoing complexities and challenges in obtaining accurate information from the battlefield.

In a recent development, Russia's defense ministry has announced that its forces have secured control over the Podoly settlement in Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv region.

This region has been a focal point of military activity amidst the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

However, Reuters has reported that it has not been able to independently verify these claims, reflecting the challenges in confirming battlefield reports from either side due to the chaotic and volatile nature of the conflict.

(With inputs from agencies.)