Putin’s forces scream advance after big interview? Kramatorsk next as Donetsk enters decisive phase

Russia says Ukrainian drone attacks have failed to inflict critical damage despite strikes on energy infrastructure. Denis Pushilin claimed emergency crews quickly restored power while accusing Kyiv of using drone attacks to attract attention. He also said Russian forces continue advancing in Donetsk, with operations focused on minimizing troop losses, and asserted that electronic warfare and air defenses are being strengthened. Meanwhile, President Vladimir Putin has signaled readiness for negotiations under certain conditions, keeping diplomatic speculation alive as fighting continues.