Deputy governor Roman Semenukha stated on national television that Ukraine retains control of approximately 60% of Vovchansk despite ongoing Russian assaults.
The conflict intensifies amidst Ukrainian shortages of reserves and weaponry, with accusations emerging of Russian soldiers using civilians as “human shields” awaiting independent verification.
1. Ukraine maintains control over around 60% of Vovchansk, despite ongoing Russian assaults.
2. Russian forces have launched a surprise assault in the Kharkiv region, resulting in significant territorial gains.
3. Ukrainian shortages of reserves and weaponry, partly due to delays in US military aid, have exacerbated the situation.
4. Accusations have been made against Russian soldiers in Vovchansk for capturing civilians and using them as “human shields” to defend their command headquarters.
5. The veracity of these claims remains unverified pending independent investigation.
