Ukraine Urges Evacuations as Russian Advance Threatens Northeast Town

Ukraine has urged civilians near the northeastern front line to evacuate as Russia intensifies its assault to capture the territory. Kupiansk and surrounding areas in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, previously liberated by Kyiv's forces, are now under threat. The city administration has advised residents to evacuate to safer regions, particularly urging children, the elderly, and the sick to leave. Russia's Defense Ministry reported that its soldiers have improved their position along the front line near Kupiansk. Meanwhile, drone attacks targeting Russia and Russian-held territory have increased, with Moscow claiming to have downed 11 Ukrainian drones. The conflict has escalated, with strikes hitting cities and causing casualties on both sides.