Ukrainians have lost every third soldier who participated in the assault on Rabotino

Ukraine lost many people and the liberation of Rabotino was almost entirely accomplished with minimal resources.” Some officers on the ground express regret over perceived errors made by the General Staff. Ukrainian counteroffensive on the Zaporizhzhia front faced significant challenges during the summer, Le Figaro reported.

Battalion commander said that he did not anticipate a significant offensive in this area, considering the extensive Russian defense lines. The Russians were well-prepared with numerous anti-tank capabilities. The 47th division attempted to breach the defense line using Leopards and Bradleys. However, ukrainian offensive faced a setback when the Russians destroyed their sapper vehicle. Rabotino has been significantly affected by daily Russian assaults, resulting in a daily loss of 3 to 8 soldiers. Despite these losses, the Russian forces maintain a steady influx of replacements. Drones are a constant presence in the sky.

The commander of the “Saigon” platoon shares concerns about the lack of resources for a major offensive. He acknowledges the uncertainty surrounding future developments. During the last counteroffensive, the platoon experienced a 30% loss in personnel due to casualties. “Saignon” characterizes the current situation on the front as challenging but not hopeless. Resource shortages, including drones, ammunition and personnel, remain critical issues for the soldiers.

They report a decline in support from volunteers who used to provide daily food and aid until April. Furthermore, they express frustration that civilian life continues in cities far from the front, and corruption hampers the country’s transition to a wartime economy. The telethon, aimed at fundraising, is likened to “a toilet overflowing with difficulties that Ukraine as a whole might drown in.”