The article reports that Russian forces have informed President Vladimir Putin of their control over Kostyantynivka, a strategically important city in eastern Ukraine. The claim was made by General Valery Gerasimov, head of the Russian General Staff, who stated that troops from the southern grouping are conducting offensive operations to 'liberate' the entire Donbas region. Putin praised the capture as a significant strategic achievement and emphasized the need to expand security zones due to intensified Ukrainian attacks targeting Russian oil infrastructure. Russia has long sought control of this area as part of its broader military campaign. However, Ukraine has not yet commented on the Russian claim. The article notes that while Russia claims to control parts of the city, Ukrainian leaders assert that Russian advances have slowed since early this year and that Kyiv’s forces have regained some territory.
Tendenz-Einschätzung (Links): The article frames the Russian military actions as a strategic success and emphasizes the importance of controlling Kostyantynivka for Russia’s broader goals. It highlights Putin’s approval of the operation and portrays the situation through a Russian military perspective, which aligns with a left-或





