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The acknowledgment of the Ukrainian advance was made by Vladimir Rogov, an official appointed by Russia, who acknowledged the capture of the village while emphasizing the fierce fighting and artillery barrage experienced by Ukrainian forces in the region.

In a significant development in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, Ukrainian forces have achieved a notable victory by retaking the village of Piatykhatky in the southern Zaporizhzhia region. This territorial gain marks their first success since launching their counter-offensive earlier this month. The confirmation of this achievement came from Vladimir Rogov, an official associated with Russian-installed authority, who disclosed that Ukrainian forces had seized control of the settlement. Reports indicate that Ukrainian troops are currently consolidating their positions while encountering artillery fire from Russian forces.

Speaking on the popular messaging app Telegram, Rogov acknowledged the effectiveness of Ukraine’s maneuvers and stated that the enemy’s successive offensives, despite resulting in significant losses, had yielded results.

The region continues to witness intense clashes, and there has been no immediate response from Ukraine regarding the latest development. Independent verification of the situation on the battlefield remains challenging for Reuters at this time.

Russia has consistently asserted that its military operations have inflicted significant losses on Ukrainian forces. President Vladimir Putin, last week, expressed doubt about Ukraine’s prospects for success in their ongoing counter-offensive, stating that they have “no chance” of achieving their objectives.

In recent days, Ukraine has announced the recapture of approximately 100 square kilometers (38 square miles) of territory in the eastern Donetsk region. These victories involved the retaking of a series of villages, showcasing Ukraine’s determination to regain control of its territorial holdings.

Source: With Agencies