Pokrovsk has not fallen yet. That is despite President Vladimir Putin's recent claim that Russian forces have taken the city. There is no doubt Ukraine has been losing ground in this key city in the east. For Russia, Pokrovsk is another stepping stone towards its goal of taking control of all of the Donbas. But Ukraine needs to prove it is still capable of resisting.
At a Ukrainian command post, orders are relayed by radio in rapid and quick succession. Soldiers watch dozens of live drone feeds as they coordinate strikes on Russian positions inside the city.
The commander of the Skala Assault Regiment, Yuri, is keen to prove to us that Ukraine still controls the north of the city - to show that the Kremlin's claim that it has taken Pokrovsk is a lie.
They quickly ask two soldiers to move and display a Ukrainian flag to reinforce their message. The drone feed captures the moment they wave the yellow and blue flag, then return to cover.
The battle for Pokrovsk has been grueling and it has claimed much from both sides. The Ukrainian brigade maintains a foothold but acknowledges the relentless pressure from Russian advances. While claims of complete control are contested, the resolve of Ukrainian forces remains firm, with leaders urging that they will not give up easily, as international faith and support hinge on their determination.
At a Ukrainian command post, orders are relayed by radio in rapid and quick succession. Soldiers watch dozens of live drone feeds as they coordinate strikes on Russian positions inside the city.
The commander of the Skala Assault Regiment, Yuri, is keen to prove to us that Ukraine still controls the north of the city - to show that the Kremlin's claim that it has taken Pokrovsk is a lie.
They quickly ask two soldiers to move and display a Ukrainian flag to reinforce their message. The drone feed captures the moment they wave the yellow and blue flag, then return to cover.
The battle for Pokrovsk has been grueling and it has claimed much from both sides. The Ukrainian brigade maintains a foothold but acknowledges the relentless pressure from Russian advances. While claims of complete control are contested, the resolve of Ukrainian forces remains firm, with leaders urging that they will not give up easily, as international faith and support hinge on their determination.
