Ukraine: The Latest Ukraine 'liberates' 160 square kilometers in counteroffensive in Donetsk & night-time raid destroys Russian multi-purpose vehicle
Sep 19, 2025
In this discussion, Wayne Jordash, a King's Counsel and international lawyer focused on atrocities prosecutions, provides key insights into documenting and prosecuting war crimes. He explains the importance of crime-scene mapping and interviews in gathering evidence. Wayne highlights the legal pathways for holding perpetrators accountable, including international and national prosecution efforts. He also shares how these justice efforts impact communities like Bucha, underscoring the challenges faced in collecting evidence while addressing recovery from atrocities.
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Counter-Offensive Gains In Donetsk
- Ukraine claims to have retaken roughly 160 sq km in Donetsk and encircled Russian forces near Dobropillia.
- Roland reports multiple local counter-offensives and regained villages since late August.
Naval Raid On Tendra Spit
- Ukrainian special forces raided Tendra Spit and destroyed a Russian Vityaz D-10 multipurpose vehicle.
- The operation aimed to disrupt Russian attempts to clear islands and prepare Dnipro bridgeheads.
Kozak's Exit Reduces Diplomatic Hope
- Dmitry Kozak's forced resignation signals internal Kremlin consolidation against voices favouring talks.
- Roland suggests Kozak's exit reduces hope of a near-term change in Russian policy.