Russian Forces Seize Zhuravka Village in Eastern Ukraine

Russian forces have taken control of the village of Zhuravka in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region. Russia's Defence Ministry made the announcement on Friday. Reuters could not independently verify the battlefield report.

Russian forces have taken control of the village of Zhuravka in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region, Russia's Defence Ministry announced on Friday.

The ministry's statement marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

Reuters could not independently verify the battlefield report, adding an element of uncertainty to the situation.

(With inputs from agencies.)