Ukrainian Air Assault Forces Liberate 26 Settlements in 3 Regions
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the liberation of 26 settlements across three regions, crediting Ukraine’s Air Assault Forces (DSHV) and all other units involved. According to DSHV, Russian losses totaled more than 9,550 troops killed since January.
Ukrainian Air Assault Forces have liberated 26 settlements across three regions, including Dnipropetrovsk, Donetsk, and Zaporizhzhia, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky's announcement on Wednesday. The liberation spans 745 square kilometers and occurred between January and August 12. Maj. Gen. Oleh Apostol, Commander of the Air Assault Forces, praised the meticulous planning of the operation, crediting the coordinated efforts of various units for regaining control.
In total, 12 settlements were reclaimed in Dnipropetrovsk, 10 in Donetsk, and four in Zaporizhzhia. Notable towns and villages liberated include Tolstoy, Novokhatske, and Zirka, among others. Zelensky expressed gratitude to the soldiers, vowing that Ukraine will prepare further steps. Russian forces reportedly suffered at least 9,550 casualties, while Ukrainian forces sustained more than 6,600 wounded.
The operation's success is attributed to the destruction of enemy infrastructure, which diminishes their combat potential. Meanwhile, Russia's Supreme Court recently barred the anti-war party Yabloko from participating in the September parliamentary election, while preparations for a new major mobilization are underway.
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