Ukraine says Russian forces retreated from some areas of Kherson
KHARKIV, Ukraine (AA) – Russia has withdrawn its troops from several areas in Ukraine’s southern port city of Kherson, according to the Ukrainian army.
Russian forces also continue vacating positions in the northern region of Kharkiv amid Kyiv’s counter-offensive, the army said in a statement.
On Aug. 29, Ukraine announced a major offensive against its Russian-held southern regions. Kyiv has announced recapturing several regions from Russian forces since Wednesday.
On Friday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said more than 30 settlements in Kharkiv were retaken from the Russian forces.
Meanwhile, the Russian Defense Ministry said in a statement on Saturday that they are retreating from Balakleiia and Izium cities in Kharkiv “to achieve the goals of the special operation.”
Have Your Say!
Have you been affected by the issues raised in this story? Please share your experiences by emailing haveyoursay@soundvision.com.
Please include a contact number if you are willing to speak to a Muslim Network TV’s representative. You can also get in touch in the following ways:
Tweet: @MuslimNetworkTV
We must take charge of our narrative. Research indicates that 92% of their Muslim coverage is negative. Help us change that.
