Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:04am on 03 Dec 2024,Tuesday International
Ukrainian forces in Kursk face severe hardships, ordered to hold territory until January, awaiting potential policy changes under Donald Trump. Soldiers report exhaustion, continuous bombardment, and diminishing morale, with one describing the situation as worsening daily. Despite losing 40% of gains since August, analysts say the operation diverts Russian resources from key fronts. Commanders maintain it’s strategically and politically crucial, citing significant Russian losses. "The longer we hold Kursk, the better," said Serhiy Kuzan, a military analyst. Veterans worry about parallels with failed past campaigns, as Ukrainian troops brace for worsening winter conditions.
