Ukrainian Forces Recapture Village In Counteroffensive

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian forces say they have recaptured a village in the country’s east after intense battles with Russian troops. The village of Andriivka is located about 6 miles south of the Russian-occupied city of Bakhmut, which was the focus of the war’s longest battle so far. The village’s liberation would represent another gain for Kyiv in its counteroffensive to oust Moscow’s troops from seized territory. The General Staff of Ukraine’s armed forces announced the reclaiming of Andriivka early Friday. There was no comment from Russia authorities. Ukrainian forces launched their counteroffensive more than three months ago. Their reported victory in the village illustrates the challenges they face even with supplies of NATO-standard gear and Western weapons.