Ukraine Reports Gains in East and South as Russia Struggles

Ukraine claims to have recaptured Black Sea oil platforms seized by Russia during Crimea's annexation in 2014.
Ukraine says it has made gains near Bakhmut in the east, while Russia and North Korea are arranging a Putin-Kim summit.
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock visited Kyiv and promised continued support for Ukraine's path to EU membership.
Ukraine says it has liberated parts of Donetsk province and is trying to retake key locations near Bakhmut.
Russia allegedly targeted a cargo ship in Odesa port with missiles, showing its desperation according to the UK.

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