Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has tempered expectations of the ongoing offensive. “We must understand very clearly – as clearly as possible – that the Russian forces in our southern and eastern territories will do everything possible to stop our soldiers,” he said in his evening speech on Friday. Therefore, one should be grateful for every kilometer that one’s own troops advance and for every success in battle.
The statement is indicative of the difficulties faced by the Ukrainian army in its offensive. After the NATO summit in Vilnius, where Zelenskyi returned with promises from the G7 about a security partnership instead of an invitation to join NATO, the head of state’s attention turned back to current events at the front.
Zelenskyj announces military reforms
In a meeting with the military leadership, combat operations, the supply of troops and coordination with the partners regarding the supply of weapons and ammunition were discussed, said the 45-year-old. He also announced an upcoming military training reform.
In early June, Ukrainian forces in the south launched an offensive to recapture areas occupied by Russia at the start of the more than 16-month offensive war. So far, the Ukrainians’ gains in territory have been small. Both sides report heavy fighting.
Source: Krone
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