Russian defense ministry claims control of two towns in Sumy region, targets Ukrainian military industry

The Russian defense ministry has announced the capture of two towns in Ukraine's Sumy region, stating that Ukrainian forces suffered heavy losses. The towns of Velykyi Prykil and Sadky fell to Russian forces, who claim to have inflicted losses of 1,425 Ukrainian military personnel in a single day. Russian troops are continuing their advance on all fronts, according to the ministry's statement.

In addition to seizing the towns, Russian forces have intensified their attacks on Ukrainian military-industrial facilities, according to the Sputnik news agency. The ministry reported that Russian troops improved their tactical positions and inflicted losses on three Ukrainian mechanized brigades, an assault brigade, a marine infantry brigade, and three National Guard brigades.

The casualties reported by the Russian defense ministry include up to 375 Ukrainian soldiers, a Canadian-made Senator armored combat vehicle, seven vehicles, and three field artillery pieces.

The Russian defense ministry also detailed preparations for large-scale strikes against Ukrainian energy facilities, citing the ongoing attacks by the Kyiv regime on Russia's civilian infrastructure and fuel and energy sector.