Ukraine rejects Russia's claimed territorial advances

Summary

Ukraine on Saturday rejected Russia's claim that it had captured more than 1,800 square kilometres of territory and nearly 100 settlements since September 1, including the eastern town of Dobropillia. The Straits Times and RTÉ report that Ukraine called the claimed advances an illusion.

Timeline

1. The Straits Times

   17 Oct 2026, 13:00 UTCSource ↗

   The Straits Times reports that Ukraine called Russia's claimed advances an illusion and rejected its claim to have captured more than 1,800 square kilometres and nearly 100 settlements, including Dobropillia, since September 1.

2. RTÉ

   17 Oct 2026, 13:34 UTCSource ↗

   RTÉ likewise reports Ukraine rejected Russia's claim to have captured more than 1,800 square kilometres and nearly 100 settlements, including Dobropillia, since September 1, calling the claimed advance an illusion.