Russia-Ukraine war live: Ukraine troops pull back in Lukyantsi and Vovchansk; Russia closes airports over drone threat
Ukraine declares withdrawal of troops in certain areas of Kharkiv region
Ukraine has carried out a troop withdrawal near several villages in the north-eastern region of Kharkiv, where Russian forces have been advancing and attacking settlements along the border. The move comes as Moscow launched a surprise ground assault on the region last week, with Kyiv facing challenges in terms of weapons and manpower.
To protect their troops and minimize casualties, Ukrainian military units are said to have maneuvered and relocated to more favorable positions in response to enemy fire and ground assaults. This development, reported by Agence France-Presse (AFP), follows the language typically used by both sides to indicate a retreat throughout the ongoing conflict.
The villages of Lukyantsi and Vovchansk, located close to the Russian border, have been specifically targeted in the recent offensive. Despite the difficult situation, Ukraine’s general staff affirms that they are preventing the Russian forces from establishing a foothold in the region.
In order to counter Russia’s advancements, Kyiv has swiftly deployed reinforcements to the area. Military analysts suggest that Moscow may be attempting to divert Ukrainian troops from other strategic locations, such as the town of Chasiv Yar in the Donetsk region, where Russia has also been making progress.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy acknowledged the challenging situation in both the Donetsk and Kharkiv regions, emphasizing the significance of these areas in the conflict.
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