Ukraine’s military reported significant progress and strong defense in its ongoing war with Russia. While Moscow acknowledged tension in the southern sector, it dismissed Ukraine’s campaign as unsuccessful. Ukraine launched a counteroffensive in June to reclaim seized territory but has faced difficulties breaking through Russian lines and criticism from Western media for its force concentration in the wrong areas.
Despite both sides only gaining control of small pockets of land and villages, Kyiv has retaken several villages southward towards the Sea of Azov and is making strides in regaining ground near the city of Bakhmut. Ukrainian troops are advancing confidently, meter by meter, in the Bakhmut sector, particularly in the village of Klishchivka, an area crucial for recapturing the city.
Ukrainian forces have withstood attacks near Lyman, a town they recaptured last year, having dealt a significant blow to Russian forces near the village of Novoyehorivka, halting their advance. The Ukrainian general staff reported that their forces are moving towards Melitopol in the south, aiming to sever the land bridge established by Russian troops between Crimea and the occupied east.
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu dismissed Ukraine’s offensive as a failure but acknowledged challenges in parts of the southeastern Zaporizhzhia region under Moscow’s control. He further noted that Ukrainian forces have failed to achieve their goals on any front.
Regarding the Zaporizhzhia front, Shoigu highlighted tension caused by Ukrainian engagement of brigades from their strategic reserve, trained by Western instructors.
Ukrainian analysts believe that the ongoing drive to capture villages is yielding positive results, emphasizing the importance of pushing forward in the next two months before the arrival of wintry weather. Military analyst Serhiy Zgurets outlined the southern strategy as “stretch, attrition, and strike,” with Ukrainian forces opening new fronts.
Ukrainian officials acknowledged that while they have surpassed Russia’s first line of defense, they now face further fortified lines in areas where Moscow has had time to build defenses and minefields.
Ukraine’s spokesperson for southern forces, Natalia Humeniuk, stated that the enemy is taking advantage of the current “dry period” to fortify and redeploy, but Ukrainian forces are keenly aware of securing fire control on crucial logistics routes.
In conclusion, Ukraine continues to make advances and strengthen its defense against Russia’s aggression. The situation remains tense, with both sides claiming minor victories. However, Ukraine’s persistent efforts and strategic maneuvers provide hope for further progress in the future.
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