London; Ukraine's counter-offensive is gaining momentum, causing a surge in Russian apprehension that is expected to 'rapidly escalate and disseminate' among their forces.
Videos shared on social media depict Ukrainian troops advancing into Robotyne, a village located in the southern Zaporizhzhia region.
This is part of Ukraine's counter-offensive launched at the beginning of June, aiming to target Russia's defensive lines and sever their connections to Crimea, as reported by the Kyiv Post.
The Ukrainian military claims to be on the verge of taking control of the village, just a week after reclaiming Urozhaine, a Ukrainian village that was previously held by Russian forces.
Hanna Maliar, the Deputy Defence Minister, stated, "Our forces achieved success in the southeastern direction of Robotyne. The adversary attempted to reclaim positions to the east of Robotyne... but without success. Ongoing planned military operations are in progress," she further remarked.
Online-shared videos depict Ukrainian tanks launching attacks on Russian positions, alongside commencing a clearing operation within the conflict-affected village.
The Institute for the Study of War highlighted that Ukraine's recent achievements have the potential to undermine Russian stability.
The research institute stated that anxiety might "swiftly escalate and disseminate among Russian frontline forces."
Additionally, it's been reported that Ukrainian forces have initiated artillery fire on the nearby town of Novoprokopivka, with the aim of weakening Russia's efforts and preventing the recapture of recently asserted Ukrainian territories. Meanwhile, a video released by The Telegraph reveals Ukrainian troops destroying six Russian tanks within the besieged city of Bakhmut. These Russian armoured vehicles were obliterated when Moscow ordered a counterattack on Klishchiivka, a Ukrainian village.