Russian forces continued offensive operations in the Borova direction but did not advance, while milbloggers claimed increased Ukrainian counterattack intensity.
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No confirmed Russian advances in the Borova direction.
Russia attacked the regional center of Kharkiv, killing five people and injuring 32
Russian "Molniya" drones are increasingly flying into the rear areas, seriously affecting army logistics.
The "Molniya" is an aircraft-type strike drone with a range of over 30 km and warhead up to 5 kg.
The 15th Operational Brigade was transferred from Pokrovsk sector to Kharkiv region a month ago.
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