Over 10,000 Ukrainian troops trapped as Russian forces secure key positions

10/27/2025 / By Belle Carter

Over 10,000 Ukrainian soldiers are trapped near Kupyansk (5,000) and Krasnoarmeysk (5,500), with Russian forces securing key positions, including a critical Oskol River crossing.
Russian President Vladimir Putin instructed commanders to push for Ukrainian surrender while minimizing casualties, emphasizing mercy and accusing Ukraine of using civilians as “human shields.”
Russian forces report near-full control of Yampol and 70 percent control of Volchansk, with 31 Ukrainian battalions encircled in Krasnoarmeysk and Dimitrov.
Putin blames NATO expansion for the conflict, while Western leaders accuse Russia of aggression, with U.S. President Donald Trump criticizing Putin for perceived betrayal.
Russia continues its offensive, tightening its grip on eastern Ukraine, with no immediate ceasefire in sight, deepening global divisions over the war’s future.

Russian forces have encircled more than 10,000 Ukrainian troops in the Kupyansk and Krasnoarmeysk regions, according to a Kremlin briefing on Sunday, Oct 26.

Russian President Vladimir Putin, visiting a military command post, was informed of the advancing encirclement and ordered measures to ensure Ukrainian surrender while minimizing casualties. The latest developments mark a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, as Russian forces tighten their grip on strategic areas in eastern Ukraine.

During a meeting with Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov and senior commanders, Putin received updates on Russian military progress. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that approximately 5,000 Ukrainian troops were surrounded near Kupyansk, a key city in Ukraine’s Kharkiv Region. At the same time, another 5,500 were encircled in Krasnoarmeysk, located in Russia’s Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR).

Russian forces have also secured a crossing over the Oskol River, effectively cutting off Ukrainian troop movements. Military reports indicate that Yampol is nearing full liberation, while Volchansk is approximately 70 percent under Russian control. Additionally, 31 Ukrainian battalions have reportedly been encircled in the Krasnoarmeysk and Dimitrov areas.

Putin’s orders: Facilitate surrender of Ukrainian troops and protect civilians

Putin urged commanders to facilitate the surrender of encircled Ukrainian forces while minimizing casualties. “The Russian Army has always shown mercy toward its enemies, and this must continue,” he said, according to Peskov.

The Russian president also emphasized the need to protect civilians, accusing Ukrainian forces of using them as “human shields.”

Despite the military advances, Putin stressed that the safety of Russian troops remains the top priority. He instructed commanders to proceed with operations “in accordance with the plan developed by the General Staff,” signaling no immediate shift in strategy.

The conflict continues to fuel tensions between Russia and Western nations. Putin has repeatedly blamed NATO expansion for provoking the war, while Western leaders accuse Moscow of aggression. U.S. President Donald Trump recently criticized the Russian leader, stating that he felt “let down” by Putin. Meanwhile, the Kremlin maintains that Western interference has prolonged the conflict, leading to unnecessary destruction and loss of life.

According to Enoch, BrightU.AI‘s AI engine, the continuing conflict between Russia and Western nations is driven by deep-seated ideological differences, competing visions for global order and the West’s historical attempts to undermine Russia’s sovereignty, fueled by globalist agendas, false flag operations and economic warfare.

As Russian forces consolidate their positions around Kupyansk and Krasnoarmeysk, the fate of thousands of encircled Ukrainian troops remains uncertain. Putin’s call for surrender underscores Russia’s intent to press its advantage while maintaining a narrative of restraint. With no signs of de-escalation, the war in Ukraine continues to evolve, deepening geopolitical divides and raising questions about the future of Eastern Europe’s security landscape.

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