This is the 324th most frequent Ukrainian word.
окупованих
"Occupied."
Here, the term 'окупованих' describes regions that are under occupation, attributing the condition of being controlled by an external force to certain areas.
Міста в окупованих регіонах потребують допомоги.
Cities in the occupied regions need assistance.
In this sentence, 'окупованих' is used to modify 'зонах', or zones, highlighting that these areas are under occupation.
Життя в окупованих зонах складне і потребує великої сили духу.
Life in the occupied zones is challenging and requires great strength of spirit.
The word 'окупованих' in this context specifies that the territories mentioned are occupied, implying a lack of local autonomy.