Ukrainian battlefield successes shape allies’ stance and influence negotiations – Air Assault Forces Commander

This was stated by Oleh Apostol, Commander of the Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, during a meeting with journalists, according to an Ukrinform correspondent. According to Apostol, Ukrainian counteroffensive operations disprove Russian claims that further resistance is impossible and strengthen Ukraine's arguments in its dealings with international partners. "For example, during the Dobropillia operation, Ukrainian troops managed to halt the offensive operations of significant Russian marine infantry forces. The results of the operation influenced how representatives of the U.S. military leadership perceived the situation," the commander said.