The article reports on the situation in Ukraine, specifically in the Kupiansk sector, where Russian forces are trying to retake lost ground. According to Ukrainian intelligence reports, Russian commanders are threatening their soldiers with execution if they refuse to retake positions that were previously abandoned due to heavy Ukrainian fire.
The article also mentions that President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi, the commander of Ukraine’s Ground Forces, to lead the Khortytsia group of forces in order to counter Russian advances in the sector.
Additionally, the article highlights reports of poor morale among Russian troops and the use of “human wave” tactics, where Russian soldiers overwhelm Ukrainian defenders through sheer numbers despite suffering heavy losses. It also mentions that there have been reports of Russian commanders executing their own soldiers, including during the siege of Avdiivka in late 2023.
The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of supporting independent media outlets like the Kyiv Independent, which provide 24/7 coverage of the Ukraine war and its impact on civilians.