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Similarly, the Kur front has seen attempted Russian advances against Nikolski, a pivotal Ukrainian stronghold. Russian forces made an ill-fated attempt to push through the area with a poorly coordinated attack that involved infantry vehicles and flag-waving personnel. This operation resulted in high casualties for the attackers, triggering outrage among Russian forces and revealing a troubling command structure.
Despite these setbacks, Ukrainian forces are also facing criticism regarding their operational tactics, leading to misunderstandings in using Western-supplied weaponry. NATO officials have expressed concern over Ukraine’s reliance on outdated Soviet-style tactical situations, prompting tension in the relationship between Ukraine and its Western allies.