Ukraine’s new military chief pledges to escalate retaliation against Russia
Summary
Ukraine’s new military chief, Mykhailo Drapatyi, announced plans to increase attacks against Russian forces, including missions inside Russian-held areas. Fighting between Ukraine and Russia continues with strikes damaging military and civilian targets on both sides, while peace talks remain stalled.Key Facts
- President Zelenskyy appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine’s new military commander on Wednesday.
- Drapatyi said Ukraine will step up offensive actions in all areas to pressure Russian troops.
- Ukraine claims to have retaken about 700 square kilometers of its land this year.
- Ukrainian strikes recently hit warehouses of Russia’s Wildberries online retailer and Russian military supply points.
- Russia reported attacks on Ukrainian ships, cargo stores, and claimed to capture new territory in eastern Ukraine.
- Kremlin spokesman said Drapatyi’s appointment will not change the frontline situation.
- Ukraine is trying to get more Patriot missile defense systems from the US to better protect against Russian ballistic missiles.
- US and Russian officials plan to meet soon to discuss the possibility of renewing peace talks for Ukraine.
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