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Ukraine killed 27 Russian soldiers for every loss as it regained Kupiansk

An intelligence assessment provided to the British military revealed a 1:27 kill ratio in the battle for Kupiansk, with 27 Russian soldiers lost for each Ukrainian.
This assessment was shared during a briefing with Ukrainian officials last week, highlighting Kyiv's ability to reclaim territory despite Russia's 'meat grinder' tactics.
During the battle for the northern city of Kupiansk in Kharkiv, up to 200 Russian soldiers were reportedly surrounded by advancing Ukrainian forces before Christmas.
Ukraine successfully regained control of Kupiansk last month.
Kyiv now asserts control over nearly 90 per cent of the strategic northeastern town.

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