The Ukrainian blitz in Kharkiv: Russia’s defense lines have collapsed – and she admits to retreating

In the surprise attack in the Kharkiv region, the Ukrainians captured an area of ​​approximately 2,500 square kilometers, and entered the strategic city of Isium: “the biggest Russian defeat since the withdrawal from Kiev.” Moscow admitted that its forces withdrew from the city, according to its claim, to “reorganize” and help the rebels in the Donbass – who themselves reported “Difficulties” on their front. “The Russians are collapsing as if in an avalanche, our allies were also surprised,” they claimed in Kiev. The West warned: it is not clear if the achievements will be maintained for a long time, the war will drag on for months