Ukraine launching a counterattack? Zelensky and Putin State Attempts | Counterattack | Ukraine
According to foreign media reports, Russian President Putin stated on the 9th local time that all counterattack attempts taken by Kiev have failed. Ukrainian President Zelensky responded to this on the 10th, stating that he keeps in touch with military commanders every day and "everyone is very active now."
According to CNN, Zelensky was asked on the 10th in Kiev, the capital of Ukraine, about Putin's statement regarding the failure of the Ukrainian military's counterattack attempt. Agence France Presse reported that Russia claimed to have thwarted Ukraine's attacks in the east and south.
Zelensky replied, "Interestingly, Putin talked about our counterattack. What's important is that Russia feels that they don't have much time left."
CNN reported that Zelensky gave the clearest hint so far, stating that "Ukraine is conducting relevant counterattacks and defense actions," but he also stated that "no details of the current stage will be disclosed.".
Zelensky also added that he keeps in touch with military commanders every day, including the Commander in Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Valery Zaluryne. "Everyone is very active now - tell Putin this sentence!"
According to a previous report by the Russian satellite network, Russian President Putin said on June 9th in response to a reporter's question that Ukraine's attack has begun, which can be seen from the use of the strategic reserve force. However, thanks to the courage of the Russian soldiers and the correct organization and arrangement of the troops, the Ukrainian forces have not achieved their intended goals in any region.
According to the report, Putin pointed out that it can be confirmed that all counterattack attempts taken by Kiev have failed, but the offensive potential of the Ukrainian armed forces still exists.
On June 6th, Russian Defense Minister Shoigu stated that within three days, Kiev launched attacks on different parts of the front line. On the 8th, Shaoigu also stated that the Ukrainian army used 1500 personnel and 150 armored vehicles to attempt to break through the Russian defense line in the Zaporizhzhia area from four directions, but failed and suffered heavy losses.
CNN stated that it cannot confirm Russia's statement, and the situation in Ukraine is not very clear. According to reports, about 6 days ago, Kyiv officials intensified military activities between the Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk frontlines, but since then, they have hardly disclosed any information.