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While the maps might illustrate territorial gains for Russia, the high casualty rates and recruitment issues beg the question of who is truly winning in this conflict. As Russia continues to push forward, they are increasingly facing operational challenges. Should they slow their offensive to address recruitment primarily, they risk allowing Ukraine to regroup and fortify their defenses, which could tip the scales in favor of Ukraine.
Compounding these difficulties is Russia's reliance on foreign support, notably from North Korea. Recent reports indicate that Russia has sought additional North Korean troops, seemingly in desperation. However, the effectiveness of these troops remains questionable. As Russian strategies falter, the additional manpower may not translate into combat success.