Russian offensive has slowed down significantly: heavy losses are preventing occupiers from building on their success, - Apostol
The pace of the Russian occupation forces' advance on the front lines has slowed significantly compared to earlier stages of the war. Heavy personnel losses are limiting the Russian Federation’s army’s ability to maintain the intensity of its offensive operations
According to Censor.NET, citing Ukrinform, Oleh Apostol, commander of the Airborne Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, stated this during a meeting with journalists.
Responding to a question about the gradual seizure of Ukrainian territories by Russian troops, the commander emphasized that the current situation should not be compared to periods of intense offensive operations.
"He has slowed down considerably… If he (the enemy) captures one position in a month, that’s not exactly an operational success that can be built upon," noted Apostol.
According to him, one of the reasons for the slowdown is the enemy’s significant losses, which are affecting the ability of Russian units to maintain the intensity of combat operations.
The commander added that the Russian army continues to use its advantage in manpower to sustain its offensive operations.
