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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Andrew Buncombe

Is poor morale among Russia troops undermining Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine?

REUTERS

Poor morale among Russia’s troops – particularly the high number of conscripts forced into battle – may be undermining Vladimir Putin’s military efforts in Ukraine, according to observers.

More than a month after Russian forces invaded and starting shelling cities across the country, observers have been struck by Russia’ slow, seemingly poorly-planned advance on Kyiv, and the strong resistance of the Ukrainian army, equipped and trained by Nato forces.

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