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Ukraine's Zelenskiy says territory recaptured, forces on the offensive
Reuters • • world
Key Points:
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced that Ukrainian forces are regaining territory through multiple offensives, including a novel "Veles" operation using underground gas pipelines to outflank Russian troops near Kupiansk in northeastern Ukraine.
- Zelenskiy described Ukraine's current battlefield position as the strongest in over four years of conflict, emphasizing the need for increased air defense systems from Western allies to bolster their efforts.
- The "Vivaldi" operation in northern Ukraine has successfully cleared 75 square kilometers of Russian infiltration and recaptured 10 square kilometers, aiming to prevent Russian advances toward key cities in the Donbas region.
- Despite Russian claims of advances and territorial gains, including capturing 92 settlements since September, Ukrainian military officials have dismissed these statements as propaganda.
- Russia continues to pursue its objective of capturing the entire Donbas region, rejecting short-term ceasefires and focusing on a comprehensive resolution to the war.
