The conflict on the Western front fluctuates spasmodically, and of late the line has undergone few important changes. The attacks and counter-attacks south of Lens, and the rather heavy fighting just south of the Arras-Cambrai road, have not produced notable modifications in the situation. The Western Allies are beginning to feel more acutely the consequences of the paralysis of the Russian campaign, which for the time being enables the enemy to concentrate men and heavy guns in France and Flanders to an extent which could not have been foreseen when the Allies planned their spring operations. Meanwhile, it is noticeable that the area of greatest activity shows a tendency to shift northward. The Somme, the Scarpe, and the little River Souchez have each in turn…

Source: The Times June 05, 2017 23:09 UTC