Confusion and Controversy Surround Kyiv's Liberation of Urozhaine

Russian authorities have downplayed Ukraine's capture of the strategically important settlement of Urozhaine, claiming that Kyiv's forces suffered heavy losses for minimal gains. However, videos on social media show Russian troops fleeing the village while being shelled. While some Russian commentators accept the official version, others question the retreat and express concerns about the state of the Russian army. Ukrainian Deputy Minister of Defense Anna Maliar reported partial success in the assault on Urozhaine, which is now largely under Ukrainian control.