Ukraine Launches Renewed Offensive in Russia's Kursk Region

JAN 6·UPDATED JAN 6

Ukraine Launches Renewed Offensive in Russia's Kursk Region

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Above: Ukrainian soldiers of the 68th Jaeger Brigade continue their military activity in positions in the Pokrovsk region, Ukraine, on Dec. 27, 2024. Image copyright: Piotr Sobik/Anadolu/Contributor via Getty Images

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Pro-Ukraine narrative

Ukraine's offensive in the Kursk region is important because the more territory it gains, the more it will strengthen its hand in any possible peace negotiations.

Ukrainska Pravda

Pro-Russia narrative

Russian forces have crushed Ukraine's attempt at gaining a foothold in the Kursk region. Over the past day, hundreds of personnel and dozens of pieces of equipment were liquidated.

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