Residents of towns recently retaken by Ukraine described a chaotic flight by disorganized Russian troops, suggesting morale and inexperience remain major problems for Russia.
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Ukraine on the March
It’s not just one region. Ukraine is making progress in multiple places.
Ukraine’s Sudden Gains Prompt New Questions for Commanders
Ukraine’s military is gauging how far its forces can press the attack, at risk of their ability to hold the new lines. Russian leaders are trying to regroup after a dramatic, demoralizing rout.
Your Tuesday Briefing: Ukraine’s Advance Continues
Plus former British colonies weigh their relationship with the monarchy and Lebanon faces blackouts.
Ukraine’s Sudden Success Could Bolster Europe’s Support — and Morale
“It’s not for nothing.” Ukraine’s backers say that an offensive over the weekend shows Western military aid is helping, and that it’s time to supply more sophisticated weaponry.
Ukraine Routs Russian Forces in Northeast, Forcing a Retreat
Russia acknowledged that it had lost nearly all of the northern region of Kharkiv after a blitzkrieg thrust by Ukrainian fighters.
How Ukraine Gained Momentum Against Russia and Took City of Izium
For months, Russia used the city of Izium as a way station to resupply and reinforce its troops in their campaign to seize the eastern Donbas region. With a northern offensive, Ukraine has retaken the city.
Ukraine Attacks Russia in the Kharkiv Region, Swiftly Making Gains
Sweeping south from positions in the Kharkiv region in Ukraine’s northeast, Ukrainian forces have made their largest gains since routing Russia from Kyiv in April.
Blinken’s Surprise Visit to Ukraine Offers Aid and Encouragement
At a “pivotal moment” as a counteroffensive makes gains, the secretary of state pledged $2.8 billion more in military aid to Ukraine and allies.
A Chimpanzee Escaped From a Ukrainian Zoo. She Returned on a Bicycle.
The adventures of Chichi the chimpanzee were shared widely on social media, delighting residents of Kharkiv, a city that has faced ceaseless bombardment by Russian forces.