NATO has given the counter-offensive launched by Ukraine against the Russian-occupied areas crucial support. And they are making public statements touting Ukraine’s success.
According to NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, Ukrainian soldiers have made significant progress by reclaiming seven small towns and villages from Russian troops.
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This statement marks one of the first acknowledgments by a Western leader regarding the early success of Ukrainian forces, which has also been confirmed by Ukrainian leaders.
Stoltenberg cautioned that the ongoing offensive would be challenging and intense. And claims Russia has established formidable defensive lines. The initial battles suggest that massive investments made by the U.S.-led coalition are paying off. Billions have gone into equipping and training Ukrainian forces with advanced Western weapons.
As Russian President Vladimir Putin continues to claim that his forces maintain the upper hand Ukraine is claiming success.
