Putin claimed Russian forces have seized two-thirds of Kupyansk, while ISW assesses Russian forces have seized only 14 percent as of October 2.
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Russian forces seized two-thirds of Kupyansk (Putin claim)
Russian forces have seized only 14 percent of Kupyansk (ISW assessment)
Russian soldiers have been observed disguising themselves as locals to help advance through the city, moving around in civilian clothes
Drone operators cannot tell if individuals are local residents or enemy soldiers, making targeting difficult due to fear of harming civilians
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