Bakhmut remains one of the most difficult destinations. The Russian invaders continue their offensive operations in that direction. However, despite the loud statements of the leader of the PKK “Wagner” Prigozhin about the capture of the city, Alexey Danilov, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council In a commentary to CNN, he said that the Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to control part of Bakhmut. According to him, Kyiv’s decision to keep him longer is justified, and the strategic defense operation in the settlement was successful for Ukraine.
“If they (the Russians - Auth.) believe that they took Bakhmut, I can say that this is not true. To date, part of Bakhmut is under our control. I can’t say that all, but part of Bakhmut is still under our fire, ” Danilov told foreign journalists.
The Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council explained that the decision to defend the city was made at the strategic level. In particular, at the Headquarters of the Commander-in-Chief, Bakhmut’s questions are constantly discussed and controlled. Danilov stressed that the leadership understood why measures were taken to hold the defense.
In addition, he noted that a large number of Russian soldiers died in the Bakhmut direction. We are talking not only about the Wagnerites, but also about the special forces, airborne troops and representatives of other branches of the Russian military. Also, the Russians lost many equipment and ammunition, advancing on Bakhmut.
It was our successful strategic defense operation. We kept the territory for 10 months, where we destroyed them daily. Bakhmut cannot take 10 months. What can they brag about? - Danilov said.
The official also commented on the long-awaited counteroffensive of Ukraine. According to him, the final decision will be made by Vladimir Zelensky. According to the Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, Ukraine is working on a plan.
“We are clearly aware of when, where, how and what to start. When the decision is made, Russia will definitely feel it.”he summed up.
Recall that the General Staff reported that the Armed Forces of Ukraine advanced on the flanks in the north and south of Bakhmut. The activity of the enemy on this day has somewhat decreased on this day. At the same time, the number of shelling in the Bakhmut direction remains stably high.
Source: Fakty
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