Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy insists that Ukrainian forces will return to Lysychansk, thanks to their military tactics and the supply of modern weapons. Source: President Zelenskyy in a video speech Quote: “…We must preserve the lives of our soldiers, our people. We will rebuild our walls and reclaim our land, but above all, we must preserve the lives of our people. And if the military command withdraws troops from those parts of the front where the enemy has the most significant fire advantage, as happened at Lysychansk, means only one thing: that we will return, thanks to our tactics, thanks to the increased supply of modern weapons. Details: Zelensky stressed that “Ukraine is not handing over anything.” “And when Moscow officials report on the situation in Luhansk region, let them remember the reports and promises they made before February 24, during the first days of the invasion, in the spring and now. Let them make a realistic assessment of what they have achieved during this time and the price they have paid for it. Because their current reports will turn to dust, just like the previous ones,” the president noted, referring to the fact that Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu told Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday, July 3, that the entire Luhansk region was under Russian control. President Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine continues to gradually advance in Kharkiv Oblast, Kherson Oblast and the Black Sea. “Zmiini [Snake Island] is a great example of this. There will come a day when we can say the same about Donbass [i.e. that Donbas will be liberated – ed.]Zelensky said. Earlier: On Sunday, July 3, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that the Ukrainian Armed Forces withdrew from their positions in Lysychansk (Luhansk Region) after heavy fighting.
