# Zelensky acknowledges Ukraine faces difficult situation near Slavyansk

https://mins.news/en/item/16196

- TASS, 2026-08-07 13:11 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2170227

> Zelensky acknowledged that Ukraine is facing a difficult situation near Slavyansk. He said the Ukrainian military needs to perform better in this direction of the front. His remarks point to continuing difficulties for Ukrainian forces in the area. No further operational details were provided.

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