On June 4, Ukraine launched its long-awaited offensive. The operation has been weighted with expectations, proving a test of Ukrainian determination and adaptation. Despite stiff resistance, Ukrainian forces have made steady gains in a set-piece battle against a heavily entrenched force. Ukraine’s main effort is a push from Orikhiv, with the goal of driving south past Tokmak and ideally reaching Melitopol.
This can sever Russian lines along the coast and endanger supply routes from Crimea. The second is at Velika Novosilka, a secondary offensive operation likely aimed at Berdyansk, along the coast. The third is a supporting offensive along theThe post Perseverance and Adaptation: Ukraine’s Counteroffensive Three months In appeared first on War on the Rocks.