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Ready, steady, slow: Ukraine’s bid for Kherson

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Strategic Counter-Offensive in Kherson

This chapter examines Ukraine's counter-offensive launch in Kherson province, highlighting its strategic significance for access to the Black Sea and Crimea. It covers recent military operations designed to weaken Russian positions through careful planning and innovative tactics, including the use of HIMARS missiles. The chapter reflects on the evolving dynamics of the conflict, exploring both the confidence in Ukrainian forces and the challenges they may face moving forward.

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