"Intense Battle Unfolds as Enemy Launches Multi-Directional Assault on Ukrainian Positions"

The enemy has been attempting to storm Ukrainian positions in the Kupiansk, Lyman, and Svatove directions in eastern Ukraine, but their attacks have been unsuccessful. Deputy Minister of Defense Hanna Maliar stated that the battles are fierce and serious, with ongoing fighting throughout the day. Despite increased artillery fire, the Defense Forces are advancing in the Bakhmut direction, while the enemy is unsuccessful in retaking previously occupied positions. The military leadership provides weekly updates on the situation at the front.