The people behind Ukraine’s counteroffensive

Russian troops are reportedly surrounded by the Ukrainian army in the strategic northeastern city of Lyman.

It’s the latest in a series of Ukrainian successes which began with the retaking of the town of Balakliya almost a month ago.

We speak to those who spearheaded the advance.

Correspondent: Lindsey Hilsum

Camera/Edit: Soren Munk

Producer: Rob Hodge

Local producer: Maksym Drabok