Ukraine's Counteroffensive Inflicts Heavy Toll on Russian Lines

Ukrainian commanders have reported that the use of heavy weapons, including 155 millimeter howitzers supplied by the West, is inflicting significant damage on Russian lines near Bakhmut. Ukrainian troops have praised the effectiveness of these weapons, stating that even one gun can completely change the situation on the battlefield. The recent capture of key villages has been seen as progress towards retaking Bakhmut, which fell to Russian forces earlier this year. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy has hailed these gains and dismissed criticism that the counteroffensive is progressing too slowly.