Russian Minefields Stall Ukraine’s Advance | Sappers Grapple With Booby Traps, Bombs And Mortars

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Ukrainian sappers are clearing tens of thousands of Russian mines in the southeast, where Kyiv's troops are trying to advance on Russian forces. The slow progress is due to the presence of booby traps, bombs and shrapnel from unexploded ordnance. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian counteroffensive has seen some progress, with President Zelensky claiming "very good results" and the liberation of the village of Staromaiorske. However, US officials have raised concerns about the pace of the offensive and Ukraine's cautious approach due to the extensive Russian fortifications and minefields.

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