Posted on 05/01/2023 5:14:59 AM PDT by Timber Rattler
Ukrainian counterattacks have ousted Russian forces from some positions in the besieged eastern city of Bakhmut, but the situation remains "difficult", a top Ukrainian general said in comments released Monday.
During the past few months the battle for Bakhmut has become the fulcrum of a conflict that has seen little shift in front lines since late last year, leaving both sides looking for a breakthrough.
"The situation is quite difficult," said Col. Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi, the commander of ground forces, in a statement on Telegram.
"At the same time, in certain parts of the city, the enemy was counterattacked by our units and left some positions."
Syrskyi made the remarks while visiting front-line troops on Sunday, the military said.
He added that new Russian units, including paratroopers and fighters from the Wagner mercenary group, were being "constantly thrown into battle" despite taking heavy losses.
"But the enemy is unable to take control of the city," Syrskyi said.
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Typical Western media
A month ago Russia controlled 50% of the city , a few days ago 90% or more with much of that lose coming in the past 10 days
You didn’t see headlines all over saying that Russia gained ground , only buried deep in general articles about the war for the most part
Now I’m seeing “Russia gains ground in Bukhmut” headlines. all over .. at most it seems to be a couple of blocks that the Russians captured just a few days ago
Russia only controls 87% versus 90% yesterday I guess
The situation on the ground, multiple sources even using Ukrainian maps:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GfGigWIDBqA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LOSMtyV6AiE
I’ve seen constant reports of Russians gaining and sometimes losing ground.
More than 3 weeks ago 90% was being posted here.
Before that 85%, and almost 6 weeks ago the claim 70%.
That leaves out various times over the months when it was declared 100% conquered which has been posted frequently.
Russia has captured 94% of Bakhmut. That obviously means that they’re losing!!!!
Russians destroy first German Gepard anti-aircraft gun system in Ukraine with Lancet drone
https://armyrecognition.com/ukraine_-_russia_conflict_war_2022/russians_destroy_first_german_gepard_anti-aicraft_gun_system_in_ukraine_with_lancet_drone.html
I still can’t believe Russia hasn’t taken the entire city the months ago. Wtf is wrong with their military?
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