Ukrainian soldiers interviewed by the New York Times reported high casualties and overly optimistic accounts about the Dnipro offensive, though drone operations have helped maintain their foothold in Krynky.

Ukrainian drone assaults have helped suppress Russian airstrikes on Krynky foothold; soldiers reported high casualties and overly optimistic official accounts

Ukrainian troops are continuing to hold their positions on the Dnipro River's left bank, conducting counter-battery operations and striking the Russian rear