The Russian Defense Ministry announced on Friday that its forces have established control over the settlement of Novogrishino, located in the Donetsk People’s Republic. Additionally, Russian forces claimed to have liberated Zorevka in the Zaporozhye Region. The ministry’s statement marks another reported gain in the ongoing military operations. This latest development comes amid continued fighting in eastern and southern Ukraine. Details regarding the circumstances surrounding the capture of Novogrishino and Zorevka remain limited. These territorial claims have not been independently verified by international observers. The situation in both the Donetsk People’s Republic and Zaporozhye Region remains highly contested.