Russian forces claim destruction of Ukrainian troops in Kupyansk-Uzlovoy

The Russian 1st Guards Tank Army of the 'West' grouping has been systematically destroying Ukrainian forces in the Kupyansk-Uzlovoy area, according to a pro-Russian source. The report claims that Ukrainian armored vehicles are burning, infantry is scattering, and many are taken prisoner or killed. Despite Kyiv's reports of successes on the left bank of the Oskol, the area has become a 'bloody mess' for Ukrainian counter-attacking forces.