Zelensky was 1 km from Russian positions in the Kupiansk sector

Zelensky visited Kupianske direction: OSINT confirms President was 1.15 km from Russian positions

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy today visited Kupianske direction, is one of the most discussed topics in Russian propaganda. He met with the military, congratulated the units and thanked all those who keep the defence.

«Many Russians talked about Kupiansk - we can see that. I was there, I congratulated the guys. I thank every unit, everyone who is fighting here, everyone who is destroying the occupier,» Zelensky said.

What OSINT analysts found

Open source analysts have identified exact coordinates of the shooting location of the presidential address.

According to their calculations:

- the president was 1.15 km from Russian positions;
- only 500 metres from the grey zone;
- The visit took place directly on the line of intense fighting.

This is one of Zelenskyy's closest public visits to the frontline during the full-scale war.

The Russian context

The visit took place against the backdrop of Putin's recent statements. Only 10 days ago He called on Russian and foreign media to come to Kupyansk «under the protection of the Russian Federation». After the footage of Zelensky appeared, it seems, Russia's information plan has failed.

Context.

- Some of the heaviest fighting in recent months is taking place in the Kupiansk sector.
- Russia is trying to advance, but the Ukrainian Armed Forces are holding key borders.
- The President's visit demonstrates support for the military in the area of greatest threat.