Russian forces established a bridgehead on Ukraine’s side of the Oskil River, intensifying battles in eastern Kharkiv. Ukrainian official Andrii Besedin reported rapid Russian advances near Kupiansk. Simultaneously, Ukrainian attacks with HIMARS and drones targeted Russian-occupied areas and industrial zones, sparking significant fires. US President-elect Donald Trump plans to meet Putin, aiming to negotiate peace, while the UK announced a coalition to send 30,000 drones to Ukraine. The US pledged $500 million in military aid to bolster Ukraine’s defense. n18oc_crux
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