Russian President Vladimir Putin says his forces have captured the strategic Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, calling it a major step in advancing Russia’s military objectives. But Ukraine insists its troops are still holding the northern districts, pushing back against Moscow’s claims.br Meanwhile, high-stakes shuttle diplomacy continues. US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to meet President Putin in Moscow, carrying the revised 28-point peace proposal — a version Ukraine has now tentatively signaled support for. The meeting marks a critical moment in efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war.br Watch the full update from APT as tensions rise on the battlefield and diplomatic channels intensify behind the scenes.