**Russia Under Pressure**
Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, says Russia is trying to push Ukrainian troops out of the Kursk Oblast. Russian leader Vladimir Putin has ordered his military to retake this territory by 20 January.
This order comes as Ukraine gains ground in its war against Russia. Mr. Zelenskyy believes that pushing Ukrainian troops out of Kursk Oblast is crucial for President Putin. He thinks it’s a way to show control over the situation, even though Russia doesn’t actually have control.
**New US President and Peace Negotiations**
US President-elect Donald Trump has said he wants to end the war between Russia and Ukraine quickly. However, it’s unclear how this will happen. Some in Mr. Trump’s team think that ending the war might mean giving up some of Ukraine’s territory. This worries allies about what this means for US support for Ukraine.
**Russian Vulnerabilities Exposed**
The Ukrainian operation in Kursk Oblast has shown weaknesses in Russia’s defenses. It has also disrupted Russian plans to attack Zaporizhzhia Oblast. One of Russia’s most skilled units was forced to move back to defend its own territory.
**Missile Strikes and Investigation**
Recently, Russia used a powerful missile against Dnipro. This is the first time such a weapon has been used in Ukraine. An investigation into this attack is ongoing. Mr. Zelenskyy believes that these actions are meant to distract from Russia’s vulnerabilities.
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