Battle for Kherson Chronicle for September 15, 2022

▪️Ukrainian command continues attempts to break into the Russian Armed Forces' defences in Mykolaiv-Kryvyi Rih direction to reach Kherson. The most intense fighting is taking place near AFU bridgehead near Andriivka and also near Ol'hyne on Vysokopillya side.

▪️Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance groups attempt to surreptitiously penetrate southward and reach the approaches to Berislav. Enemy groups also intend to penetrate into the rear of Russian units at Davydiv Brid.

▪️AFU continue to transfer equipment and personnel to the bridgehead near Andriivka, including S-300 anti-aircraft missile launchers. However, the Russian Aerospace Forces bombers do not stop strikes against the "gut".

▪️In other areas, Ukrainian formations also continue to probe for weaknesses in the Russian Armed Forces' defences. During the day, a company of 128th Separate Airborne Assault Brigade and a tank platoon of 17th Separate Tank Brigade attempted an offensive against Russian positions near Ol'hyne. But the Russian Airborne Troops unit supported by artillery repelled the attack.

▪️Another potential problem for AFU on the front line could be the impact of Russian Armed Forces missile strikes on hydraulic structures in Kryvyi Rih and Iskrovka on Ingulets River, through which the front line runs in many areas. Destruction and damage to the facilities may lead to rising water levels that will wash away established crossings.

🔻Despite unsuccessful attempts to advance towards Kherson, Ukrainian commanders attempt to exploit their large numerical advantage and continue their attacks without regard to casualties. One objective is to wear down Russian forces in the fighting and reach Berislav by encircling units on Kryvyi Rih section of the front.