conflictSaturday, September 26, 20262 sources
Russian Army Occupies Petrопавловка, Lozova, and Maryino in Kharkiv and Sumy Regions
Russian military forces seized control of the populated areas of Petrопавловка and Lozova in the Kharkiv region, as well as Maryino in the Sumy region. The occupation marks a significant territorial expansion by Russian forces in eastern Ukraine. Ukrainian forces have not confirmed the loss of these areas, but local reports indicate Russian presence.
Russian military forces have taken control of the populated areas of Petrопавловка and Lozova in the Kharkiv region, as well as Maryino in the Sumy region, according to RBC-Russia. The occupation occurred on September 26, 2026. RBC-Russia reported the takeover, while RIA-Novosti provided no additional details beyond the headline. Ukrainian authorities have not officially commented on the loss of these areas, though local reports suggest Russian forces are present.
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IndependentRBC RussiaSep 26, 12:52 PM
Russian Army Occupies Petrопавловка, Lozova, and MaryinoRussian military forces have taken control of the populated areas of Petrопавловка and Lozova in the Kharkiv region, as well as Maryino in the Sumy region.
StateRIA NovostiSep 26, 12:49 PM
Russian Armed Forces take control of Petropavlovka and Lozova in Kharkiv Oblast