Ukrainian forces in Sumy region gradually pushing back Russians – Zelensky

President Volodymyr Zelensky stated this in his nightly video address, according to Ukrinform.

"Today I received a report from Commander-in-Chief [Oleksandr] Syrskyi. The front — primarily the Pokrovsk sector, the Kursk operation, and the border areas of the Sumy region. Our units in the Sumy region are gradually pushing the occupiers back. Thank you," he said.

Zelensky expressed gratitude to every Ukrainian soldier, sergeant, and officer for this progress, and to all units involved: "Thank you to everyone who stands with us, who stands with Ukraine. Glory to Ukraine!"