First phase of invasion 'generally' complete, says Russia in downgrading of aims
Yeah, “generally”π
“The main objectives of the first stage of the operation have generally been accomplished,” Sergei Rudskoi, the head of the Russian general staff’s main operational directorate said during a briefing.
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“The combat potential of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has been considerably reduced, which ... makes it possible to focus our core efforts on achieving the main goal, the liberation of Dumbass.”
Yes! I think the Ukrainians are “generally” giving up! π
Russia has been shifting its objectives in Ukraine throughout the war. The Russian president, Vladimir Putin, earlier said that the “denazification” of the Ukrainian leadership – generally understood as regime change – was the main motivation for the invasion.
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Russia’s defence ministry admitted 1,351 Russian soldiers have died since the start of its so-called “special military operation” in Ukraine, the first update in over three weeks. US intelligence estimates the real figure is likely over 7,000.
