Read also: Russia intensifies attacks in Kupyansk sector, over 550 shells fired at villages and Ukrainian military positions in 24 hours The report also indicates these failed operations have resulted in the deaths of thousands of Russian troops and a loss of over 400 armored vehicles. The article also suggests that Russia is nearly as distant from its strategic goals, such as capturing the cities of Kupiansk and Avdiivka, as it was at the onset of these winter offensives in October 2023. Meanwhile, Ukraine has “wisely and aptly adapted its defense mechanisms in response to Russian assaults,” …