Ukrainian Forces Cross The Zherebets River - That Broke Russia’s Lyman Defense

Ukrainian forces have crossed the Zherebets River at multiple points, securing the western bank and cutting off key Russian supply and retreat routes north of Lyman. With Russian defensive lines collapsing faster than official reports admit, over a hundred soldiers find themselves trapped in the Kolodyazi pocket.

In this tactical breakdown, we analyze how Ukraine exploited broken communication chains, why the river failed as a defensive barrier, and what this rapid breakthrough means for the broader frontline.

00:00 - The Kolodyazi Pocket Forms

00:40 - Crossing the Zherebets River

01:06 - Three Simultaneous Ukrainian Pushes

01:43 - Why the River Barrier Failed

02:36 - Russian Command Breakdown & False Maps

04:05 - Vulnerable Drone Crews & Cut Resupply

05:42 - The Race to Rebuild the Defense

07:04 - Strategic Consequences for the Lyman Sector

07:49 - Key Indicators to Watch Next

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