Artem Kariakin and fellow soldiers describe their chaotic withdrawal from the Russian town of Sudzha, citing poor organization and communication failures as significant challenges during their retreat amid ongoing conflict.**
Ukrainian Soldiers Reflect on Chaotic Retreat from Kursk Region**
Ukrainian Soldiers Reflect on Chaotic Retreat from Kursk Region**
As Ukraine's military retreats from the Kursk region, soldiers recount their experiences and the challenges faced during the operation.**
In a revealing account, soldiers like Artem Kariakin share the tumultuous experiences of Ukraine's recent withdrawal from the Kursk region. Just last week, Artem's unit was actively conducting operations across the border into the Russian town of Sudzha but now finds itself forced to retreat amid increasing pressures from Russian forces.
The video captured during their last trip shows distressing scenes of destruction, highlighting the aftermath of the conflict, with numerous burned-out vehicles littering the route back to Ukraine. Despite the dangers, Artem's unit managed to dodge a drone attack, but not all were as fortunate; nearby vehicles were engulfed in flames.
Reflecting on their retreat, Artem characterized the situation as "chaotic," attributing the disarray to the timing of the withdrawal orders and the lack of reliable communication. He noted the usual Starlink satellite systems failed them inside Russian territory, further hampering coordination.
Despite the retreat, Artem maintains that the incursion into Russia was a strategic success, diverting Russian forces from the eastern front. The 27-year-old also expressed concerns over ongoing US-Russia negotiations, finding it absurd that while they fight for their homeland, major powers appear to negotiate peace without considering their plight.
In another segment of the conflict, Serhiy, who was born in Russia but now fights for Ukraine, details ongoing operations against Russian forces, emphasizing the need for effective strategies given the relentless threats from drones and artillery fire. He critiques the reliance on US military support amidst peace talks that could jeopardize Ukraine’s position.
As both soldiers continue to engage in cross-border raids, they face the harsh realities of conflict while holding onto hope for a resolution that respects Ukraine’s sovereignty. They echo the sentiments of many Ukrainians: a desire for peace, but not at any cost.
The video captured during their last trip shows distressing scenes of destruction, highlighting the aftermath of the conflict, with numerous burned-out vehicles littering the route back to Ukraine. Despite the dangers, Artem's unit managed to dodge a drone attack, but not all were as fortunate; nearby vehicles were engulfed in flames.
Reflecting on their retreat, Artem characterized the situation as "chaotic," attributing the disarray to the timing of the withdrawal orders and the lack of reliable communication. He noted the usual Starlink satellite systems failed them inside Russian territory, further hampering coordination.
Despite the retreat, Artem maintains that the incursion into Russia was a strategic success, diverting Russian forces from the eastern front. The 27-year-old also expressed concerns over ongoing US-Russia negotiations, finding it absurd that while they fight for their homeland, major powers appear to negotiate peace without considering their plight.
In another segment of the conflict, Serhiy, who was born in Russia but now fights for Ukraine, details ongoing operations against Russian forces, emphasizing the need for effective strategies given the relentless threats from drones and artillery fire. He critiques the reliance on US military support amidst peace talks that could jeopardize Ukraine’s position.
As both soldiers continue to engage in cross-border raids, they face the harsh realities of conflict while holding onto hope for a resolution that respects Ukraine’s sovereignty. They echo the sentiments of many Ukrainians: a desire for peace, but not at any cost.
