This information was published by the project on Saturday, July 5, 2025.These two villages, located close to each other, are situated in the valley of the Vovcha River, along the road connecting Kostiantynopil (Donetsk region) to Novopavlivka (Dnipropetrovsk region).As noted in the report: "After Novoukrainka, the territory of Dnipropetrovsk region begins. It is the village of Dachne, where the Russians had breached previously, resulting in partial destruction and some prisoners being taken."There has been no official confirmation of the occupation of Zelenyi Kut and Novoukrainka.Russia’s strategic goal is to break through and at least secure a foothold in Dnipropetrovsk region A map of the combat situation from June 24 to July 4, photo: EspresoThe occupation and retention of at least a small bridgehead is highly desirable for Russian command and the political-military leadership of the aggressor state. According to political analysts, this would allow, first, the proclamation of a fake “subject of the Russian Federation” in one or two towns, and second, begin a propaganda campaign about "fighting in Dnipropetrovsk region" with the goal of psychologically pressuring the population of Ukraine.At the same time, to ensure the safety of Ukrainian citizens in the eastern, border-adjacent communities of Dnipropetrovsk region, evacuation efforts are ongoing. These are organized by local authorities and volunteers, as the area has seen an increase in shelling.