Ukraine Halts Russian Advance in Kharkiv, Fights Back
Ukrainian forces have halted Russian advances in the Kharkiv region and are now counter-attacking, though Russia is intensifying assaults elsewhere. President Zelensky visited Kharkiv to discuss the battle for Vovchansk, where Russian troops have suffered heavy losses. Despite Ukrainian successes, the situation remains volatile, with intense fighting in eastern regions. Russia claims to have made gains near Bakhmut and Bilogorivka. Meanwhile, Ukraine accuses Russia of targeting civilians and railway infrastructure in Kharkiv, while also launching missile strikes on Russian-occupied Crimea.