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The Russian attack was partly aimed at diverting attention—yet, despite initial gains, heavy rains in July made the frontline along the Stuhach River impassable for the alliance troops, energizing the German pre-reserve forces to stabilize the line. The Russian Third Army and the Guards Corps pushed toward Koveli, but the Germans effectively resisted, preventing a breakthrough. Notably, Russian General Aleksandr Brusilov’s forces suffered high costs, akin to the casualties in June, due to poor coordination and strategic missteps.