The recapture of the Kharkov region at the beginning of September appears to be a success for Ukrainian forces. Our media exulted and relayed Ukrainian propaganda to give us a picture that is not entirely accurate. A closer look at the operations might have prompted Ukraine to be more cautious.
https://thewallwillfall.org/2022/10/05/kharkov-and-mobilisation-by-jacques-baud/
Video interview with Matt Ehret