Russia Claims Captures of Multiple Settlements in Ukraine's East

Imagine a game of tag where Russia and Ukraine are trying to capture different areas.

Russia says it has taken three more villages: two in an area called Donetsk and one in a region called Sumy.

These areas have been a focus of fighting.

Ukraine's military says it stopped many Russian attacks but hasn't confirmed any losses.

One city, Kupiansk, has suffered heavy damage, with city workers among the casualties.

Russia has been trying to advance in Sumy, after previously pushing from the border region of Kursk.

Reports from both sides are hard to confirm independently.