Ukraine's attack is picking up speed. It looks like Novoprokopivka may be liberated. It is the next town south of Robotyne. Verbove, to its east, is also reported under heavy Ukrainian pressure. Russians are reportedly falling back to next defensive line at Solodka Balka. Solodka Balka is about 12 miles north of Tokmak. From this defensive line to Melitopol the terrain will favor Ukraine. At this point Ukraine is still fighting uphill. If they breach this defensive line, then the counter-offensive takes on a whole new life.
There are also reports that Russia is moving troops from Kreminna and Kupyansk attacks to plug gaps in the line. This will probably stall the Russian offensive in the North. In addition, it is reported that these are the most poorly trained Russian soldiers. My guess is that Russia may try a "meat grinder" defense/counter attack from that defensive line at Solodka Balka. Ukraine's growing advantage in artillery, especially with cluster munitions, should give them a clear edge here.
There are also reports that Russia is moving troops from Kreminna and Kupyansk attacks to plug gaps in the line. This will probably stall the Russian offensive in the North. In addition, it is reported that these are the most poorly trained Russian soldiers. My guess is that Russia may try a "meat grinder" defense/counter attack from that defensive line at Solodka Balka. Ukraine's growing advantage in artillery, especially with cluster munitions, should give them a clear edge here.
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