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The Kursk region has witnessed staggering Russian losses, with a 4:1 loss ratio in favor of Ukraine, Forbes reports.
In a 5-square-kilometer area alone, approximately 90 Russian vehicles were destroyed or abandoned, compared to only 20 Ukrainian losses.
This localized ratio aligns with the overall trend in the war, where Russian equipment losses are three times greater than Ukraine’s: 14,500 destroyed Russian vehicles versus 5,200 Ukrainian ones.
The report highlights that the Kremlin is pushing for gains in Kursk before the inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on January 20, which Moscow anticipates could mark an “unstable era” in U.S.-Ukraine relations. Putin has mobilized 60,000 Russian and North Korean troops alongside heavy weaponry for an offensive, aiming to drive Ukrainian forces out of the region by February.
However, the offensive has been disastrous for Russia. Daily casualties reportedly range from 1,200 to 2,000 soldiers killed or wounded, far exceeding monthly mobilization efforts of around 30,000 troops. This imbalance continues to strain Russia’s military capabilities.
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