Russian Advances Stalled in Sumy Region as Ukrainian Forces Push Back
Russian military activity in the Sumy region has diminished following the successful halt of their advance by the 80th Independent Air Assault Brigade, alongside other forces. This was reported by Petro Haidashchuk, an officer in the communication department of the 80th Brigade, during a live television marathon, reports 24brussels.
During late spring and early summer, despite suffering significant losses, Russian forces continued to move through Sumy territory. However, their progress has now been arrested, although attempts to advance persist. The 80th Air Assault Brigade has identified assaults from a motorized rifle regiment and two Russian airborne regiments, operating in small assault groups of approximately four soldiers each.
Ukrainian troops are aware of these tactics and have established “kill zones” in certain areas. As described by Haidashchuk, these zones are designed to lure in enemy forces. When the Russian troops concentrate their strength, Ukrainian units target and dismantle their logistics, thereby crippling their supply chains, including food and ammunition. Consequently, enemy soldiers can find themselves stranded in forests for weeks without provisions. The identification and destruction of Russian forces are achieved through artillery and drones, the officer noted.
Moreover, Haidashchuk mentioned that the enemy is increasingly opting for infantry movements, as their armored vehicles are quickly detected and destroyed. Instead, they are utilizing ground robotic complexes to transport supplies.
Earlier, the Institute for the Study of War reported that the Russian military command is regrouping forces along the front, indicating preparations for a potential new offensive. According to their findings, the occupants are redeploying relatively elite units of naval infantry and airborne troops from the Kherson and Sumy directions to the Pokrovsk area while sending forces from the Kursk region to the Dobropillia area.
