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Ukrainian counterattacks hinder Russia’s advance near Lyman

Ukrainian troops have launched counterattacks near Borova, complicating Russian offensive efforts around Lyman, according to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), citing a source linked to Russia's 'West' grouping.

Ukrainian counterattacks hinder Russia’s advance near Lyman
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Ukrainian forces attacked on June 13 near Nove and Lypove toward Zelenyi Dolyn, as well as near Serednie toward Shandryholove and Novoselivka. According to ISW analysis, they advanced through Russian positions. The source linked to Russia’s ‘West’ grouping described the situation as critical for the occupiers.

The Russian command subsequently pulled significant forces from the Sviatohirsk and Yarova areas northeast of Lyman to intercept Ukrainian counterattacks south and southeast of Borova. This weakened Russian offensive efforts on the Lyman sector, the source said.

The ISW also reports ongoing heavy fighting along the entire front. While Ukrainian troops gain ground in some sectors, Russian forces achieve tactical successes elsewhere. The situation around the strategically important city of Kostiantynivka remains tense.

Source: 24tv.ua