Putin Briefed On Ukrainian "Surprise Attack"

Wires reporting that Russian President Vladimir Putin has been briefed by Russian military commanders on the unfolding situation in Zaporishizhia, which may be the first substantive actions of the long anticipated Ukrainian counteroffensive.

• IFX: "Russian commander says Ukraine tried to launch 'surprise attack' on Zaporizhzhia front."
• Tass: "Russian commander briefs president Vladimir Putin on situation in Zaporizhzhia."
• The military operation today has reportedly seen the first significant action from western-supplied main battle tanks.
• Konrad Muzyka at Rochan Consulting told FT: “Ukraine has so far committed some important capabilities to the battles in the Zaporizhzhia [province], such as Leopard tanks or DM53A1 tank rounds. But whether this is the main push remains to be seen.”
• FT: "While notable for the use of western tanks and armour, some analysts believe that the assault may constitute an attempt by Ukrainian forces to test Russian defences, with bigger attacks to come."