Russia’s current summer offensive is faltering as military commanders repeat the same strategic blunders that led to major defeats in 2022, according to the US-based Institute for the Study of War (ISW). Russian forces are currently attempting to encircle the city of Lyman by establishing positions to its north, northeast, and east. Analysts note this closely mirrors the failed summer 2022 campaign, which ultimately ended with Ukrainian forces liberating both Izium and Lyman in a matter of weeks.
04 Jun 2026-11:32
04 Jun 2026-11:32
