where is the Ukrainian counter-offensive?

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Since the start of its counter-offensive, the Ukrainian army has reportedly taken over a hundred square kilometers from the Russians, who, however, have resisted better than expected.

A gaping hole is visible in the middle of Changar Bridge (Ukraine). The Russian governor of the region came to see the damage himself. This is the consequence, according to him, of a Ukrainian strike on the night of Wednesday 21 to Thursday 22 June. This bridge is a strategic crossing point, which connects Crimea, annexed in 2014 by Russia, to the Kherson region.

Kyiv recognizes difficulties on the ground

The Tchongar bridge is therefore one of the objectives of the Ukrainians, whose counter-offensive began a month ago. It continues, but more slowly, because the Russians would resist better than expected. In recent hours, the Ukrainian army has notably gained ground in the Donetsk region. Since the start of the counter-offensive, Ukrainian soldiers, equipped by Westerners, have taken over a hundred square kilometers. kyiv recognizes today some difficulties on the ground, but wants to be optimistic.


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