Posted 10/14/2023, 7:48:55 AM
White House: New Russian Attacks in Ukraine Show Little Progress, Can Be Repelled
- The White House says new Russian attacks in Donbas show insignificant progress
- John Kirby says the attacks did not surprise the US, Ukraine can repel them
- Kirby likens it to failed 2022 winter offensive, sacrificing poorly trained troops
- He says Ukraine is fighting effectively to fend off Russian maneuvers
- Kirby urges US Congress to honor obligations and maintain military aid for Ukraine
