Ukrainian troops hold northern part of Pokrovsk in the east — Kyiv army chief

KYIV- Ukrainian troops have held their positions in the northern part of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine, Kyiv's top military commander said on Thursday.

Oleksandr Syrskyi said in a statement on Facebook that the special focus was on organizing additional logistical routes, timely medical evacuation, and countering Russian drones and artillery.

"The battle continues. Ukrainian units continue to hold the northern part of Pokrovsk," Syrskyi said.

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