Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy reports ‘significant’ Russian, North Korean troop losses in Kursk
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Ukraine Launches Renewed Offensive in Russia's Kursk Region
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
The Spin
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.
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.