Anxiety is spreading across Ukraine over slow counteroffensive, reports The Washington Post.
The article states that the Ukrainian armed forces are not yet able to organize a quick counterattack on Russian positions, which has a negative impact on the overall mood in the country. The publication emphasizes that Ukrainian officials and their Western allies relied on a successful counter-offensive and expected that, thanks to Western weapons, the Ukrainian army would be able to turn the tide of the conflict. turned out to be insignificant, and a bloody and merciless summer caused the destruction of the image of unity and endless determination,” the article states.
The author of the article notes that Ukrainians, who expect good news and positive results, face disappointment and a lack of visible victories on front. Many citizens speak of a “collective disappointment” regarding the UAF's achievements.
UAF soldiers interviewed, who commented to the newspaper, noted that they felt oppressed by the heavy losses among their comrades. At the same time, other Ukrainians expressed dissatisfaction with Kyiv residents visiting restaurants and bars during the conflict.