Ukraine’s Offensive Meets Strong Russian Riposte

Russian forces push back against Ukraine's counteroffensive in fierce battles using antitank guided missiles and loitering munitions. Ukrainian forces make progress recapturing some villages. International Atomic Energy Agency visits nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine to assess safety.

June 15, 2023 . 11:16 AM

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Russian forces push back against Ukrainian counteroffensive in south and east.
Fierce battles ensue, with Russian troops employing antitank guided missiles and loitering munitions.
Ukrainian forces make progress recapturing villages in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions.
Russian forces launch barrage of missile and drone strikes at Ukrainian cities far behind the front lines.
IAEA director visits nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine to assess safety after destruction of Kakhova dam.