April 3, 2023 - Russia-Ukraine news | CNN

Russia-Ukraine Conflict Enters New Phase as Ukrainian Forces Repel Russian Attacks

The front lines in Ukraine have seen little change, but heavy fighting has erupted at various parts of the Donetsk region, where Russian forces are continuing their months-long efforts to dislodge Ukrainian defenses. The Ukrainian military reported repelling over 45 enemy attacks in the past day, with a focus on key areas including Lyman, Bakhmut, Avdiivka, and Mariinka.

Air strikes and multiple launch rocket system strikes have been particularly intense, according to the General Staff. In the Bakhmut direction, Russian forces are attempting to take full control of the city, but Ukrainian defense forces have repelled several enemy attacks west of the city.

Oleksandr Syrskyi, commander of Ukrainian Land Forces, recently visited the front lines in Bakhmut and met with soldiers who had successfully counteracted the Wagner fighters' claims of invincibility. Syrskyi stated that the enemy is weakening and trying to cover up its failures by spreading false information about capturing Bakhmut.

In other parts of the Donetsk region, intense fighting has been reported between Russian forces and Ukrainian defenders in Avdiivka and Mariinka. Oleksii Dmytrashkivskyi, spokesperson for the military in that zone, acknowledged operational successes on both sides, with Ukrainian troops taking strategic positions.

However, it is claimed that Russian special forces have been deployed to the area, where they continue to face significant losses. Denis Pushilin, leader of the self-declared Donetsk People's Republic, stated that while the situation remains "extremely difficult," Ukrainian and Russian forces are facing similar challenges with terrain and weather conditions.

The conflict in Ukraine is entering a new phase, with both sides reporting setbacks and successes. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the various factions will adapt and respond to the changing circumstances on the battlefield.
 
idk how reliable those reports are tho 🤔 russian forces just saying they're making progress & ukrainian defences are all like "yeah right". has anyone got any sources on oleksandr syrskyi meeting with soldiers in bakhmut? didn't see that one in the news anywhere. sounds like a PR stunt to me. what's up with wagner fighters claiming invincibility then? did they just make it all up? 🤑
 
can we get some actual footage of these "setbacks" denis pushilin is talking about? sounds like russia's trying to spin something but where's the evidence?

and what's up with the wagner fighters being said to be weak now? how did that happen, exactly? wasn't it them who were supposed to be russia's elite troops?

also, why is nobody asking about the humanitarian situation in these areas? millions of people displaced and injured on both sides but all we get are talking points from generals and politicians... 🤔
 
😕 the situation in ukraine is getting more complicated by the day... i dont think any side can claim a clear win here, they're just trying to wear each other down 🤯. russian forces are saying it's all about capturing bakhmut, but ukrainian defense is making them work for every inch 🏋️‍♂️. meanwhile, the special forces on both sides are getting slaughtered... it's like a never-ending game of chess, with pieces being sacrificed left and right 🎲. i just hope the civilians caught in the crossfire stay safe 💔.
 
I can only imagine how scary it must feel for those soldiers fighting in Ukraine right now 😩💔. It's like they're stuck in a nightmare that won't end. I'm thinking of all those brave hearts over there, putting their lives on the line every single day 💕. The thought of them facing such intense fighting and still managing to hold strong is truly inspiring 🙌.

And oh man, it sounds like things are getting really tough for Russia too 😬. I can only imagine how demoralizing it must be for those guys when their claims of invincibility are being proven wrong 💥. But you know what? It's not just about winning or losing - it's about the people on both sides who are affected by this conflict 🌎.

I'm sending all my love and positive vibes to everyone involved in this situation ❤️. May there be peace soon, and may those soldiers get to go home safely 😊.
 
I'm not buying all this fancy tech stuff they're using out there... 45 enemy attacks just from air strikes? Sounds like a bunch of hooey to me 🤔. Don't get me wrong, I guess it's good that Ukraine is putting up some resistance, but are we really going to believe that they're taking on all these Russian forces with nothing but their wits and whatever old gear they can scrounge up? 🤷‍♂️ And what about the 'false information' claim from Syrskyi? Just another PR stunt if you ask me.
 
I don’t usually comment but I gotta say, this Russia-Ukraine conflict has been going on for ages now 🤯. Every time there's a new development, people are like "oh, it's gonna be over by next week" but I'm not so sure 💔. It feels like they're just trying to wear each other down with constant attacks and defense systems 🚀. And what's crazy is how propaganda plays into this thing - Russians are saying one thing and Ukrainians are saying another, meanwhile the whole world is just trying to keep up 🤪. The front lines might not be changing but it feels like the game is being played on a different level now 🎲
 
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