Russian Defense Ministry

The Russian Defense Ministry claimed the explosion in Ukraine's Odesa on Wednesday as a precision military hit. The attack took place approximately 500 to 800 meters away from visiting Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis' motorcade.

Ukrainian forces have managed to halt the advance of Russian troops near the eastern town of Avdiivka. However, reports indicate that Moscow's forces are regrouping in another area south of the city, signaling potential further escalation in the region.

The Ministry of Defense of Russia states that their army conquered the village of Petrovskoe in that area and occupied more favorable positions.
The Ukrainian army shot down another Russian Su-34 fighter jet, Unijan reports.
According to the Ukrainian air force, the air defense shot down the Su-34 in the east of the country.

Reports have surfaced indicating that Russian soldiers executed seven Ukrainian prisoners of war near Bakhmut, according to statements from Ukrainian authorities cited by DPA.

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