The Atesh movement in Ukraine has reported mass desertions by Russian forces in the Kherson region, with soldiers refusing to carry out combat missions. The group gathers intelligence for Ukrainian forces and organizes local resistance.
Key Points
Mass desertions by Russian forces in Kherson region reported by Atesh movement
Russian soldiers refusing combat missions
Efforts to catch Ukrainian partisans providing information to Kyiv's military forces
Establishment of small bridgeheads on Russian-held east bank by Ukrainian units
Pros
Atesh movement gathering intelligence for Ukrainian forces
Local resistance organized against Russian forces
Cons
Difficulty in independently verifying reports
Potential danger for Ukrainian partisans transmitting information