President of Russia, Putin, said in late September and early October that the city of Red Army (Pokrovsk) would be captured on November 15, but now it has been postponed to December 15. Yesterday, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy announced that Russian forces failed to capture Pokrovsk and Kupiansk as planned.
Zelenskyy:
I held meetings with key leaders of Ukraine's defense and security agencies. We listened to reports from intelligence agencies such as the Ukrainian Defense Intelligence Service and the Foreign Intelligence Service on Russia's ability to continue the war and its plans for the coming months.
Kirill Budanov reported on the situation in the most critical areas of the front, Russia's military preparations, and the timetable expected by the occupiers. Currently, Russia has not achieved another deadline set by Putin to seize Pokrovsk and Kupiansk, which have been postponed again. Oleg Ivashchenko reported on the situation in Russia, the social atmosphere, and the mood of circles, as well as the economic situation. The conclusions are out.
We have determined the focus of defense work in the coming weeks and will expand the winter defense action plan. We will continue to implement long-term sanctions — our special services, especially the Security Service of Ukraine and the Ukrainian army, bear related tasks. We are preparing to coordinate diplomatic efforts with major partners and fully consider the latest situation assessment. We are developing measures to promote diplomatic activities. Thank you to everyone who defends Ukraine!
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