Russian forces have captured three settlements in the Donetsk region, including Selydove, which has faced intense pressure. The Ukrainian military's ability to withdraw from Selydove is questioned, as it was a key area for their operations. The UK Defence Ministry reported a slowdown in Russian advances towards Pokrovsk, while the US-based ISW noted that the focus on Selydove may have weakened Russia's offensive capabilities. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)