Russian offensive in Sumy to lose momentum, then stop — Ukrainian major

Oleksiy Hetman, veteran of the Russian-Ukrainian war and National Guard Reserve Major, shared his opinions with Espreso TV.

“These are small infantry groups, but there can be quite a lot of them. We’re also seeing the work of subversive reconnaissance groups — moving in light vehicles or even on foot. This isn’t some kind of new tactic; it’s well known. If the terrain doesn’t allow for heavy equipment, then this is how combat is carried out,” he explained.

Hetman added that the Ukrainian Defense Forces were prepared for the Russian offensive and have the necessary forces and resources to hold the line in that area.

“Why are they making progress? Well, for now, it’s still possible,” said the National Guard Reserve Major. “But I’m sure the pace will slow down and eventually stop because we have the forces and means in place. We knew the Russians would try to attack the Sumy region as part of this offensive campaign starting on May 25, so we’re prepared. There’s no need to panic. I’m confident the situation will soon stabilize and change,” he added.

• On June 4, reports said that Russian forces had captured Andriivka and Vodylahy in Sumy region, made gains in the Donetsk region.