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Russia and Ukraine escalate record drone attacks as 50,000 Russian troops, including North Korean soldiers, prepare for counteroffensive in Kursk

Nov 11, 2024, 03:21 PM

In a significant escalation of hostilities, Russia and Ukraine have launched extensive drone attacks against each other, marking a record level of violence in the ongoing conflict. Analysts suggest that both nations are seeking to gain strategic leverage ahead of January, when Donald Trump has indicated he would work towards ending the war. Reports indicate that Russia has mobilized nearly 50,000 troops, including North Korean soldiers, in the Kursk region to prepare for a counteroffensive against Ukrainian positions. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed that his forces are holding off this substantial Russian contingent. Despite a phone call from Trump urging Russian President Vladimir Putin to avoid escalating the conflict, the situation remains tense as both sides continue their military operations.