Russian forces tighten encirclement of Ukrainian troops northeast of Kharkiv

Russian MoD reports its 'North' group is tightening the encirclement of Ukrainian forces in northeast Kharkiv region and expanding the outer control zone, with ongoing fighting for Nesterne, Lukashovo, Grachevka, and Rublenoe. This indicates continued Russian offensive pressure in the area, though the claim is unverified and likely part of ongoing information warfare.