Russia welcomes the success of Ukrainian soldiers in the Donetsk region.

According to the EPA, President Vladimir Zelenski said this in an evening video.

"The direction of the Bachmuth — the warriors! We see how Russia is there to take any of our steps, all our positions. The enemy knows Ukraine will win. They see it. They feel it in your strikes, your fighters, especially in the Donetsk region. Thank you for that!" Zelenski stressed.

As of June 5, the Ukrainian Armed Forces advanced more than 1.5 km near Bachmouth, capturing the dominant highs in southern Bachmouth, resulting in The Russian army being forced to switch to defense.