Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky noted today, Thursday, that the Ukrainian army is facing difficulties on the front lines in the east and south, but it is in control of its counteroffensive. In his evening video address, he stated, "There is fierce fighting. The occupiers are trying to stop our men with all their might. Extremely fierce attacks," referring to several areas in the east where battles are ongoing. He added, "In the south, everything is difficult. But whatever the enemy does, the Ukrainian forces are in control."