Surviving the Forest: Ukrainian Brigade's Battle to Reclaim Bakhmut

The 3rd Assault Brigade, a Ukrainian volunteer corps, is engaged in a counteroffensive to reclaim the village of Andriivka and the city of Bakhmut from Russian-controlled territory. The brigade, considered one of Ukraine's best and most experienced, has been fighting nonstop since January. Progress has been slow, averaging 700-1,200 meters every five days, allowing Russian forces to dig in and mine the territory. The brigade faces the daunting task of reclaiming the forested areas leading to Andriivka, with casualties mounting and the cost of the counteroffensive weighing heavily on the country. Despite the challenges, the brigade remains determined to push forward and reclaim Ukrainian territory.