Suggesting that an anticipated counteroffensive may begin this week, Ukraine is testing Russian front lines. These actions appear to be 'reconnaissance-in-force' operations centered on southeastern Ukraine's Donetsk oblast and the city of Bakhmut. Russia's Wagner Group mercenary force recently…
Suggesting that an anticipated counteroffensive may begin this week, Ukraine is testing Russian front lines. These actions appear to be"reconnaissance-in-force" operations centered on southeastern Ukraine's Donetsk oblast and the city of Bakhmut. Russia's Wagner Group mercenary force recently seized Bakhmut. Control over the city retains significant psychological value for both sides.
Ukraine's reconnaissance actions are likely associated with preliminary movements to offensive launching positions. Kyiv's strategy here appears to be twofold.
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