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Despite recent ceasefire declarations, Ukrainian military units have escalated attempts to establish positions on the eastern bank of the Dnieper River near the Antonovsky Bridge, leading to intense clashes with Russian forces. The situation remains volatile as both sides engage in fierce combat operations, with Ukrainian troops attempting to exploit perceived vulnerabilities in Russian defenses.
According to preliminary reports from the front, Ukrainian assault groups attempted a landing operation in the area of the Antonovksy bridge, where the Ukrainian military had gained a small bridgehead in 2023 before being destroyed. Ukrainian landing attempts on the Russian-controlled eastern bank, sparked immediate counteractions from defending forces. Russian drone operators and attack helicopters swiftly responded, targeting Ukrainian assault groups before they could consolidate their positions. The area remains heavily contested, with both sides exchanging fire amid ongoing aerial surveillance and precision strikes.
This latest offensive follows a pattern of repeated Ukrainian attempts to infiltrate the region. Throughout late April, small Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance groups were reported frequently probing Russian defenses near the Antonovsky Bridge, though previous efforts were repelled with minimal territorial impact. However, the Ukrainian military does not stop attempts potentially aimed at establishing a permanent foothold on the eastern bank.
Map of Ukrainian attacks in the area in 2023
On the other hand, a series of successful Russian operations on the western bank were reported by Ukrainian military reporters in late April. LINK Russian troops have also reportedly expanded the zone of their control on the islands.
Russian aviation is playing a decisive role in disrupting Ukrainian operations, with aircraft conducting relentless strikes along the river’s eastern shoreline. These attacks have effectively neutralized Ukrainian personnel and equipment, including in the Kherson city. Additionally, Russian drone operators maintain constant surveillance, identifying and eliminating hostile movements before they can gain momentum.
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The timing of escalating assaults, coinciding with ceasefire periods, underscores Kyiv’s continued reliance on military pressure rather than diplomatic solutions. The Easter truce has given way to renewed hostilities, with Ukrainian forces using the new Victory Day truce to increase artillery strikes on residential areas and sabotage operations. On May 8th, a civilian woman was killed by a blow from Ukrainian militants in Dniepryany.
While Ukrainian commanders persist in their attempts to challenge Russian control over the Dnieper’s eastern bank, the lack of significant territorial gains highlights the operation’s strategic shortcomings. Russian air dominance and efficient counter-drone measures have thus far prevented any lasting Ukrainian advances.
nato futility repeats . did any of the kherson region participate in the referendum ? if it did russia will want it back . victory day will go forward .
strike the neonazi ukraine leadership and scatter their flock of criminal thieves…
great day to slaughter orcs…hehehehhh