Ukraine gains advantage over Russia in Kharkiv region
- Ukraine regains ground in the Kharkiv region as dozens of Russian troops surrender.
- Recent cross-border Himars strikes resulted in Russian troops getting 'bogged down' in the conflict.
- The situation in Kharkiv brings a significant shift in the ongoing military conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
A D-Day veteran, Alec Penstone, tried to send his Russian bravery medal back to Moscow after Putin's invasion of Ukraine. He believes Putin should be removed from the earth due to atrocities against Ukrainians. Penstone served on HMS Campania during the Second World War and received the Russian Medal of Ushakov signed by Putin. Despite his attempt to return the medal, his friends convinced him not to. The war hero emphasized the importance of fighting for their country and way of life during WWII. Ukrainian troops are preparing to counter-attack Russian positions as the front lines stabilize, bringing relief to Ukraine and the West. President Biden relaxed restrictions on US-supplied weapons for Ukraine's defense. Ukrainian forces halted Russia's progress, with Russian troops bogged down around Vovchansk. The use of Western weapons improved the situation, but Kharkiv still needs additional air defense systems. Ukraine seeks further loosening of restrictions on weapon use against Russia. The eastern front lines have seen little movement, with some Russian soldiers captured near Vovchansk.