Ukrainian forces advance in Zaporizhzhia Oblast

Ukrainian forces have achieved localised successes during counterattacks in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, according to geolocation data from 10 June. Russian military commanders continue to claim that their troops in the area are successfully defending against Ukrainian offensive attempts. The Institute for the Study of War has noted that Russian troops in Zaporizhzhia Oblast continue to defend themselves against Ukrainian attacks in accordance with sound tactical defence doctrine. Ukrainian forces are currently attempting an extremely difficult tactical operation – a frontal assault on prepared defensive positions, which is complicated by the lack of air superiority.