Russia's resources losses force offensive slowdown near strategic Pokrovsk, expert says - Russians kilometers away from Kharkiv's Kupiansk, Donetsk's Pokrovsk, authorities say - Ukrainian soldiers and shopkeepers hold on as Russia's siege of Pokrovsk tightens - ISW: Russian tries to envelop Pokrovsk increasing attacks east of the city - Russian armored column storms village near strategic city of Pokrovsk in Donetsk Oblast - Most intense fighting continues in Pokrovsk and Toretsk areas - National Guard - Russians target key rail hub Pokrovsk, lose 400 troops daily in Donetsk Oblast push - Russians focus main efforts on Pokrovsk area, military reports - Russian forces attempt to encircle Pokrovsk instead of direct assault - A year-long defense crisis. As 2024 comes to a close, Ukraine and Russia brace for the looming battle over Pokrovsk