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Ukraine Persists Amid Fog of War, Air Dominance Maintained, Russia Struggles with Manpower Shortages

Written By Ukraine News TLDR on Thursday, Aug 03, 2023 | 07:58 PM

 
The regrowth of vegetation across southern Ukraine is hampering combat operations, while Ukraine maintains control of its skies, shooting down Russian drones and conducting air strikes against Russian targets. Meanwhile, Ukraine sustains its counteroffensive momentum on multiple fronts, making incremental gains around Melitopol, Mykilske, and Kreminna despite stiff Russian resistance. Russia continues offensive operations in some areas but struggles with severe casualties and recruiting shortfalls amid growing war fatigue, while forced passportization in occupied territories expands Russia's social control. Sources: Ministry of Defence of Ukraine Institute for the Study of War United Kingdom Ministry of Defence Air Force Command of Ukraines Armed Forces Top Lead