Ukraine says it has recaptured 8,000sq km of territory from Russian forces this month. Ukrainian troops have pressed deeper into Russian-occupied territory in a continuing counter offensive. Now Russia has retaliated after setback in northeast Ukraine.

Russia retaliates after setback in northeast Ukraine; US president Biden predicts 'a long haul'

<p>The US is planning to send more weapons to Ukraine soon, said John Kirby, National Security Council spokesman&nbsp;on Wednesday (September 14). He hailed Ukraine's new "momentum" in driving back Russian forces.</p>

<p>"I do think you'll see another one here in the coming days," he told reporters, referring to another tranche in the multi-billion-dollar US program to support the pro-Western country's military.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said it was too early to say whether Ukraine's gain and Russian retreat in the eastern parts of the country were indicative of a turning point in the war. Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24. It calls the invasion a 'special military operation'.</p>

<p>"I think what you're seeing is certainly a shift in momentum by the Ukrainian armed forces," Kirby said, but Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky should be the one to "determine and decide whether he feels militarily they've reached a turning point."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite the "dramatic events..., it's war and war is unpredictable."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"What we're going to do is continue to support him," Kirby said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kirby said US weaponry had been "instrumental" in Ukraine's ability to hit back at the Russians, and that "we're in lockstep with the Ukrainians."&nbsp;</p>

<p>As for Moscow's claims that it had not suffered a defeat in the latest battle, but was simply moving its troops, Kirby said: "They're calling it a repositioning but certainly they have withdrawn in the face of Ukrainian armed forces that are clearly on the offense."</p>

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The US is planning to send more weapons to Ukraine soon, said John Kirby, National Security Council spokesman on Wednesday (September 14). He hailed Ukraine's new "momentum" in driving back Russian forces. "I do think you'll see another one here in the coming days," he told reporters, referring to another tranche in the multi-billion-dollar US program to support the pro-Western country's military. He said it was too early to say whether Ukraine's gain and Russian retreat in the eastern parts of the country were indicative of a turning point in the war. Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24. It calls the invasion a 'special military operation'. "I think what you're seeing is certainly a shift in momentum by the Ukrainian armed forces," Kirby said, but Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky should be the one to "determine and decide whether he feels militarily they've reached a turning point." Despite the "dramatic events..., it's war and war is unpredictable." "What we're going to do is continue to support him," Kirby said. Kirby said US weaponry had been "instrumental" in Ukraine's ability to hit back at the Russians, and that "we're in lockstep with the Ukrainians." As for Moscow's claims that it had not suffered a defeat in the latest battle, but was simply moving its troops, Kirby said: "They're calling it a repositioning but certainly they have withdrawn in the face of Ukrainian armed forces that are clearly on the offense." (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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Ukrainian troops have recaptured dozens of towns. In western Ukraine, residents have been welcoming liberating forces and recounting what it was like under Russian occupation.

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Ukraine said that it has recaptured 8,000 sq km of area in Kharkiv. As per authorities, Ukrainian forces have managed to reclaim many cities and towns in the northeast of the country.

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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky claims his soldiers have retaken 6,000 square kilometres from Russian control. What is the strategic goal behind this Ukrainian blitz? What is the message to Russia and the West? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: Ukraine claims 6,000 sq km retaken from Russia

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<p>In the latest development, the Ukrainian defence ministry said on Tuesday (September 13) that it shot down an Iranian-made Shahed-136 drone or unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), which is said to be used by the Russian armed forces, near Kupiansk, in Kharkiv. A town in the Kharkiv region which was recently recaptured by Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is the first time Kyiv said it has eliminated one such device and it is also the first evidence of a Russia-operated Iranian suicide drone in Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>An image has been shared by the Ukrainian defence ministry that apparently shows parts of the destroyed drone. On the debris, the Cyrillic designation "M214 Geran-2: is there. The wingtip appeared to match that of a Shahed-136.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Some of the military experts have said Iranian drones would be useful to Russia for both reconnaissances and as loitering munitions in Ukraine. Such weapons can provide Russia's time in locating and engaging suitable targets.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Although Iran has not released key details of the Shahed drone, some experts have suggested that has a range of about 2,000 kilometres (1,240 miles), which means it is capable of hitting precise targets from a long range.&nbsp;</p>

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Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. In the latest development, the Ukrainian defence ministry said on Tuesday (September 13) that it shot down an Iranian-made Shahed-136 drone or unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), which is said to be used by the Russian armed forces, near Kupiansk, in Kharkiv. A town in the Kharkiv region which was recently recaptured by Ukraine. This is the first time Kyiv said it has eliminated one such device and it is also the first evidence of a Russia-operated Iranian suicide drone in Ukraine. ALSO READ | Ukraine aims to free all Russian-occupied areas after recapturing 8,000 sqkm An image has been shared by the Ukrainian defence ministry that apparently shows parts of the destroyed drone. On the debris, the Cyrillic designation "M214 Geran-2: is there. The wingtip appeared to match that of a Shahed-136. #Ukraine: In the first credible sighting of Iranian drones in use by Russian forces, here we see the remains of a HESA Shahed-136 loitering munition (or a design based on it), which is made in Iran. From the appearance, it seems it likely detonated. Images via @kms_d4k pic.twitter.com/LUBKrPAMNc — 🇺🇦 Ukraine Weapons Tracker (@UAWeapons) September 13, 2022 × Iranian attack UAV Shahed-136, eliminated by the #UAarmy near Kupiansk, Kharkiv region. 🇷🇺 and 🇮🇷: A perfect union of two despots. 📷 @kms_d4k pic.twitter.com/M7sQ9PX1hJ — Defense of Ukraine (@DefenceU) September 13, 2022 × WATCH | 203 days of Russia-Ukraine war: Ukrainian forces provide aid to residents of recaptured cities × Some of the military experts have said Iranian drones would be useful to Russia for both reconnaissances and as loitering munitions in Ukraine. Such weapons can provide Russia's time in locating and engaging suitable targets. Although Iran has not released key details of the Shahed drone, some experts have suggested that has a range of about 2,000 kilometres (1,240 miles), which means it is capable of hitting precise targets from a long range. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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As per authorities, Ukrainian forces have managed to reclaim many cities and towns in the northeast of the country. Now, residents of the recaptured regions are recounting the horror under Russian troops and Ukrainian troops are providing aid to them.

203 days of Russia-Ukraine war: Ukrainian forces provide aid to residents of recaptured cities

The International Atomic Energy Agency has said that Russia and Ukraine are now leaning towards the proposed protection zone around the Russia held plant. If materialized, this can avert the risk of a potential nuclear disaster.

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Ukrainian troops expanded their territorial gains, pushing all the way to the country’s northeastern border as Moscow makes a hasty retreat. Eric Njoka tells you more about this lightning offensive by Kyiv.

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Ukraine continues its counter-offensive against Russia after reeling under Russian strikes for almost seven months, Ukraine is fighting back to regain its territory. The war-torn country has now claimed that it has taken back six thousand square kilometers of the area which was captured by Moscow after the war began in the month of February.

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Ukraine claims to have taken back control of nearly 2000 sq. km of land from Russian troops, including 20 villages ad towns and the strategic city of Izium. Russian troops continue to control early a fifth of Ukraine.

Ukraine continues its counter-offensive, Kyiv claims 6,000 sq km of land retaken

Ukraine claims to have taken back control of nearly 2000 sq. km. of land from Russian troops, including 20 villages and towns and the strategic city of Izium. Russian troops continue to control nearly a fifth of Ukraine. Is this a turning point in the war? Listen in to Molly Gambhir.

Gravitas: Ukraine claims to have taken back control of nearly 2000 km of land

As European Union and Britain battle to mitigate what is dubbed as the energy war with Russia, energy prices are skyrocketing making Europe sweat and pushing Britain towards a risk of recession.

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Ukraine's military says its forces have retaken over 3,000 square km during a rapid counter-offensive in eastern Ukraine. Will this end up being a potential breakthrough in the war?

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<p>The region of Kharkiv has emerged as the latest conflict zone in the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. After Ukraine gained some ground thanks to their resistance forces, Russia retaliated with coordinated attacks of various infrastructural facilities in eastern Ukraine on Sunday.</p>

<p>The attacks on Kharkiv continued for a long time and it ended up damaging the power and water supply for most parts of the city. The mayor of Kharkiv city, Ihor Terekhov, described it as an “act of revenge” on the part of Russia who were left reeling after losing their foothold in the region.</p>

<p>According to Reuters, a number of eastern Ukrainian cities like Dnipro and Poltava were experiencing major blackouts due to the attack. However, Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, the commander-in-chief of Ukrainian forces, maintained that they were making steady progress in the region</p>

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<p>“In the Kharkiv direction, we began to advance not only to the south and east, but also to the north. There are 50km to go to the state border [with Russia],” Zaluzhnyi told Reuters.</p>

<p>Zaluzhnyi also accused Russia of deliberately targeting the power grids in Kharkiv in order to cause problems to the civilians. The situation will just worse in the run out to the winter as lack of power can cause serious issues in a region which is known to experience extremely cold temperatures.</p>

<p>All top authorities in the eastern part of the country were on high alert after the strikes and most of them asked the people to unplug electrical devices in anticipation. &nbsp;“Electric tension has fallen in the network through the region,” Dmytro Zhyvytsky wrote on Telegram. “I recommend disconnecting electrical devices as much as possible.”</p>

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Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. The region of Kharkiv has emerged as the latest conflict zone in the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. After Ukraine gained some ground thanks to their resistance forces, Russia retaliated with coordinated attacks of various infrastructural facilities in eastern Ukraine on Sunday. The attacks on Kharkiv continued for a long time and it ended up damaging the power and water supply for most parts of the city. The mayor of Kharkiv city, Ihor Terekhov, described it as an “act of revenge” on the part of Russia who were left reeling after losing their foothold in the region. According to Reuters, a number of eastern Ukrainian cities like Dnipro and Poltava were experiencing major blackouts due to the attack. However, Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, the commander-in-chief of Ukrainian forces, maintained that they were making steady progress in the region Also read | Biden lays wreath at Pentagon to honour 9/11 lives lost on 21st anniversary “In the Kharkiv direction, we began to advance not only to the south and east, but also to the north. There are 50km to go to the state border [with Russia],” Zaluzhnyi told Reuters. Zaluzhnyi also accused Russia of deliberately targeting the power grids in Kharkiv in order to cause problems to the civilians. The situation will just worse in the run out to the winter as lack of power can cause serious issues in a region which is known to experience extremely cold temperatures. All top authorities in the eastern part of the country were on high alert after the strikes and most of them asked the people to unplug electrical devices in anticipation. “Electric tension has fallen in the network through the region,” Dmytro Zhyvytsky wrote on Telegram. “I recommend disconnecting electrical devices as much as possible.”

Ukraine accuses Russia of attacking power grid after losing ground in Kharkiv

As tensions over Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant continues to escalate, Russian President Vladimir Putin has now warned his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron of potential catastrophic consequences because of the repeated attacks at the facility from Ukraine's side.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and French counterpart Emmanuel Macron hold talks over nuke plant

Two hundred days after the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukrainian forces kept pushing north in the Kharkiv region and advancing to its south and east.

200 days of Russia-Ukraine war: Russian strikes hit Kharkiv power plant

A Russian official says that Kyiv's troops have outnumbered Moscow's forces. Ukrainian forces have previously captured Russian-held areas, over the weekend Ukraine took the key Russian supply hubs.

Russia: Ukraine outnumbered Russia in Kharkiv battle

Following Russian missile attacks that resulted in widespread outages on Sunday, September 11, firefighters were seen battling a fire at a thermal power plant in Kharkiv.

Firefighters battle flames at thermal power plant after missile strikes in Kharkiv

Firefighters battle flames at thermal power plant after missile strikes

Large areas of eastern Ukraine were experiencing electricity cuts, Ukrainian officials said, across regions where Kyiv’s forces have recently clawed back territory from Russian troops.

Electricity blackouts hit swathes of eastern Ukraine, Kyiv blames Russia

Shelling has caused blackout in the Ukrainian town of Enerhodar and offsite power supply to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant has curtailed. IAEA has appealed for shelling to stop near nuclear power plant.

WION Fineprint: Shelling causes Blackout in Ukrainian town of Enerhodar

It has been more than 200 days and the war in Ukraine seems to be changing. Kyiv appears to be getting bolder with its counter attacks, the most intense fighting is happening in Kharkiv. Ukrainian general said huge gains made in lightning counter-offensive.

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As Russia's invasion continues in Ukraine, Ukraine forces Russian troops to retreat from Izium. Meanwhile, Russia is planning to 'regroup' its troops as Izium had become key strategic city for Russian troops.

Rapid advance of Ukrainian forces take Russia by surprise

As Russia's invasion continues in Ukraine, Russia pulled out troops from Izium. Meanwhile, Russia has regrouped its troops in east as Izium had become key strategic city for Russian troops.

Russia pulls back from Izium; Ukraine encircles regions around Kharkiv

Moscow has abandoned one of its main bastions in Northeastern Ukraine after the Ukrainian forces made rapid advances. Russia's defense ministry said on Saturday that it was pulling troops out of its main stronghold in Northeastern Ukraine.

Ukraine: Rapid advance of Ukrainian forces take Russia by surprise, draws back from Izium

<p>Ukraine President&nbsp;Volodymyr Zelensky is elated ever since the staunch defence of his troops forced the Russians to fall back and leave the&nbsp;Kharkiv region. He took to Facebook to post a message where he stated that the Russian army was best at showing its back. In other news, to reduce gun-related violence cases in the US,&nbsp;credit card purchases of firearms in the US will now be tracked. Meanwhile, Polish sensation and world no.1 Iga&nbsp;Swiatek won the third grand slam of her career by beating&nbsp;Ons Jabeur in the US Open final.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Hours after Russia's Defence Ministry announced on Saturday that the country was pulling back its troops from two areas in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed it as a victory and talked down the Russians.</p>

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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky is elated ever since the staunch defence of his troops forced the Russians to fall back and leave the Kharkiv region. He took to Facebook to post a message where he stated that the Russian army was best at showing its back. In other news, to reduce gun-related violence cases in the US, credit card purchases of firearms in the US will now be tracked. Meanwhile, Polish sensation and world no.1 Iga Swiatek won the third grand slam of her career by beating Ons Jabeur in the US Open final. Click on headlines to read more: 'Russian army is showing its back', Zelensky gloats after Russian pullback Hours after Russia's Defence Ministry announced on Saturday that the country was pulling back its troops from two areas in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed it as a victory and talked down the Russians. Guns purchased in the US using credit cards will now be trackable According to a new provision adopted by an agency that sets guidelines for commercial transactions, credit card purchases of firearms in the US can now be tracked, and purchases deemed suspect can even be shared with law authorities. Elon Musk jumps in on the 'anal beads' chess championship conspiracy theory Tesla CEO Elon Musk has fueled a rather wild conspiracy theory after reports emerged suggesting that top chess player Hans Niemann, 19 might be cheating to win his matches. Iga Swiatek downs Ons Jabeur in straight sets to win maiden US Open title World number one Iga Swiatek swept to a 6-2 7-6(5) victory over Tunisia's Ons Jabeur in the US Open final on Saturday to clinch her maiden trophy at Flushing Meadows and third Grand Slam crown. WATCH: The challenges before King Charles: Will recent controversies cast their shadow? × WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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