A retired Ukrainian major, Oleksiy Hetman, has confirmed the initiation of the first phase of liberating the Crimean Peninsula. The primary goal of this operation is to sever Russian supply lines to the occupied territory. Hetman asserts that a subsequent land operation will be necessary to fully achieve this objective. This development occurs against the backdrop of Ukraine’s ongoing counteroffensive. According to reports, Russia now faces three potential strategic options in response. The Ukrainian military is focused on disrupting Russian logistics and preparing for further advances. This marks a significant escalation in efforts to reclaim Ukrainian territory.