The Russian military has announced the capture of two villages, Rivnopillia and Mala Tokmachka, located in the Zaporizhzhia region of southern Ukraine.

This development comes as part of a broader push by Russian forces aiming to advance their positions amidst ongoing tensions between the two nations.

According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, which communicated this update via its official Telegram channel, these strategic locations have fallen under Russian control.

Despite the less intense activity in this sector compared to the eastern front—a region that sees more significant combat efforts—Russia's superior equipment and numerical strength have been instrumental in their incremental gains.

In the broader context of the conflict, the fighting primarily revolves around securing key logistical areas like Pokrovsk, where Russian forces have managed to establish a foothold despite facing Ukrainian resistance.

This infiltration has reportedly weakened Kyiv's defensive lines, underscoring the evolving dynamics on the ground.

Efforts at finding a peaceful resolution through diplomatic channels, such as planned summits involving global leaders, remain stalled.

The announcement of the Budapest summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin did not materialize, further complicating peace negotiation prospects.