Kyiv has intensified its counteroffensive against the Russian invasion, but has kept things murky on the size of the assault, the casualties and what forces it still has in reserve.
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Ukraine May Have Launched Main Counteroffensive Thrust, U.S. Says
After holding back many of its units trained and armed by the West, Ukraine is now committing them, the officials said, but it remained unclear whether a full-scale assault was taking place.
After Suffering Heavy Losses, Ukrainians Paused to Rethink Strategy
Early in the counteroffensive, Ukraine lost as much as 20 percent of its weapons and armor. The rate dropped as the campaign slowed and commanders shifted tactics.
As Ukraine’s Counteroffensive Inches Forward, Soldiers Face What Russians Left Behind
As Ukrainian troops inch forward in the counteroffensive, they are occupying positions abandoned by enemy troops. Says one: “It’s not very pleasant.”
Retaking Villages Leaves Ukrainian Troops Exposed and Diving for Cover
The Ukrainian counteroffensive has enjoyed some early successes, but with every step forward, the soldiers are increasingly exposed to Russian firepower.
Battles Rage as Ukraine Tries to Retake Russian-Occupied Territory
Military analysts and U.S. officials said it was too soon to judge the success of Ukraine’s offensive, which is looking for weaknesses to exploit, in the face of fierce resistance.
Under Fire, a Ukrainian Town Braces for a Russian Onslaught
In Orikhiv, near the front lines, most residents have fled and those who remain endure constant shelling and the fear of what comes next.