Ukrainian defence forces continue to resist Russian troops in the city of Toretsk, Donetsk Oblast, as urban battles are ongoing in the city. Source: analytical project DeepState on Telegram Quote: "Reports of Toretsk being occupied by the enemy are false – urban battles are ongoing,

Russia captures Toretsk in eastern Ukraine, intensifying conflict as Ukrainian defenses weaken and U.S. military aid remains uncertain.

DeepState reported that fighting continues in the Zabalka neighborhood and on the northern and western outskirts, with Russian forces controlling nearly the entire center of Toretsk. Read also: Military expert discusses causes of Armed Forces-DeepState incident and solutions "Unfortunately,

Russian forces claimed to have captured Toretsk, but battles are still ongoing in the city. Ukrainian Defense Forces continue to resist, according to the DeepState and Ukraine’s Ministry of Internal Affairs.