Russian Ops in Ukraine: Ukraine is Blocking Own Ports, Losing Ground in Donbas

May 25, 2022 Update on Russian military operations in Ukraine for May 24, 2022:

1. Russian forces continue gaining ground in Donbas;
2. Ukrainian forces are at critical risk of complete encirclement;
3. Russian assault of Lyman begins;
4. Ukrainian ports are blocked by Ukrainian sea mines, Pentagon admits;
5. Western heavy weapons have little impact;
6. West discussions on sending additional heavy weapons are unrealistic;

Report: The New Atlas
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