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Intense Fighting in Kursk: Ukrainian and North Korean Forces Suffer Heavy Losses

Ukrainian troops face rising casualties in Kursk as North Korean soldiers incur heavy losses amid intense combat and concerns over tactics and leadership.

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Updated: Dec 28th, 2024, 11:08 AM ET

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Ukrainian troops in Kursk are facing heavy casualties and demoralization five months after their incursion. Over 3,000 North Korean troops have also suffered serious losses, with reports of ineffective tactics leading to mass casualties. Communication issues within the Ukrainian ranks hinder counterattacks, raising concerns over the value of holding Kursk as Russian forces, bolstered by North Korean personnel, regain territory. This ongoing conflict poses critical questions about military strategy and humanitarian impacts, exacerbated by the harsh winter conditions.

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