"Ukrainian troops have so far been able to prevent Russian attacks in the east of the country and have carried out successful counter-offensive operations in some places."

APA reports quoting BBC that the statement came from the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

It was noted that Russian forces attacked Ukrainian units and necessary infrastructure in Kharkov.

It was noted that the attack by Russian forces in the southern city of Izyum failed due to heavy losses.

It was added that the Ukrainians were able to retake the city of Marinka in the Donetsk region as a result of a counter-offensive.

According to the General Staff, Russia continues to withdraw its troops from Belarus in order to deploy them in Ukraine.

It was stated that the Russian air force, which left Belarus, continued to strike targets in Ukraine.