Ukraine's widely hyped spring counteroffensive was cast as a potential turning point in the war with Russia, a game-changer that would reclaim lost territory and give Kyiv and its Western allies vital new leverage in future peace talks with the Kremlin.
“This is a fact; everyone understands it,” he said. “When it will start is a mystery. But everyone understands that we are getting closer to it.”
A muted Russian offensive that began in March failed to make appreciable gains. Russian forces have concentrated instead on building fortifications in the areas still in their possession.’s approach has paid dividends, foreign analysts say. After months of heavy casualties and embarrassing battlefield setbacks, Moscow has ordered its military commanders to focus on defensive positions throughout the Donbas and surrounding areas.
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