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Ukraine will step up counteroffensive actions, new top commander says

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Ukraine's new commander-in-chief Mykhailo Drapatyi announced on Wednesday that he has been directed to intensify counteroffensive actions and initiate new military operations within Russian territory. This development signals a potential escalation in the conflict as Ukraine seeks to regain momentum. The statement underscores the ongoing strategic shifts in Ukraine's military leadership and its commitment to offensive operations.

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Operations inside Russia mark a significant escalation in the conflict.

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Drapatyi stated that he had been tasked with launching new operations inside Russia.

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Drapatyi stated that he had been tasked with stepping up counteroffensive actions.

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  • Operations inside Russia mark a significant escalation in the conflict.
  • May affect the level and nature of Western military support.

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<p>KYIV, July 22 - The new commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces, Mykhailo Drapatyi, said on Wednesday he had been tasked with stepping up counteroffensive actions and launching new operations inside Russia.</p>

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Drapatyi stated that he had been tasked with stepping up counteroffensive actions.

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Drapatyi stated that he had been tasked with launching new operations inside Russia.

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Mykhailo Drapatyi has been appointed as the new commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces.

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