Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv hails frontline position as ‘strongest in a year’

Ukraine’s military is reporting a strengthened defensive position along the frontline, attributing this success to the effective use of drones and improved air defenses. The Ukrainian government is actively pursuing negotiations with Russia, facilitated by Turkey, with the goal of a direct meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin. Recent attacks by Ukraine on Russian infrastructure, including oil refineries and ports, have continued alongside ongoing drone strikes.

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