Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the withdrawal of Russian troops from the key city of Kherson in southern Ukraine, a move that has been met with skepticism and caution by Ukrainian officials..
In a televised address on Wednesday, Putin said that the withdrawal from Kherson was necessary to protect the lives of Russian soldiers and civilians in the city. He also said that Russia would continue to provide support to the people of Kherson, even after the withdrawal..
Ukrainian officials have expressed skepticism about Putin’s announcement, saying that it could be a trap designed to lure Ukrainian forces into a vulnerable position. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that he would not believe the Russian withdrawal until he saw it with his own eyes..
The withdrawal from Kherson is a significant development in the war in Ukraine. Kherson was the first major city to be captured by Russian forces after the invasion began in February. The city has been under Russian occupation for nearly nine months..
The withdrawal from Kherson is a major blow to Russia’s war effort. It is the first time that Russia has been forced to withdraw from a major city since the invasion began. The withdrawal is also a sign that Russia is facing increasing pressure from Ukrainian forces..
The withdrawal from Kherson has been welcomed by Ukrainian officials and Western leaders. US President Joe Biden said that the withdrawal was a .