Russian Forces Seize Two Villages in Eastern Ukraine

Russian forces reportedly captured the villages of Trudove and Stari Terny in eastern Ukraine, according to Russian state news agency RIA. The report, citing the Russian defence ministry, has yet to be independently verified by news agencies such as Reuters.

Russian forces have reportedly taken control of the villages of Trudove and Stari Terny in eastern Ukraine. The announcement comes from the Russian state news agency RIA, which cited information from the Russian defence ministry.

As of now, international news agencies, including Reuters, have not been able to independently confirm these battlefield developments.

This seizure, if verified, marks another strategic movement by Russian forces within the ongoing conflict in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)