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Ukrainian soldiers have described the chaotic and devastating scenes they witnessed during their retreat from the Kursk region in Russia.

The soldiers described the situation as “catastrophic” and likened it to a “horror movie.” They reported seeing columns of destroyed military equipment and vehicles littering the roads, with many of their comrades wounded or killed.

One soldier, “Volodymyr,” described the panic and collapse of the front lines as Ukrainian forces tried to retreat. He said that Russian drones were constantly overhead, making it impossible to move during the day.

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Another soldier, “Maksym,” reported seeing hundreds of destroyed cars, armored vehicles, and ATVs on the roads. He described the scene as “apocalyptic” and said that many Ukrainian soldiers were forced to retreat on foot.

The soldiers also reported that Russian forces had used advanced drone technology, including first-person-view (FPV) drones, to devastating effect. These drones were able to evade Ukrainian defenses and strike at their positions with precision.

The retreat from Kursk marks a significant setback for Ukraine’s military campaign against Russia. Ukrainian forces had made gains in the region earlier in the year, but were ultimately forced to withdraw in the face of overwhelming Russian firepower.

The Ukrainian military has acknowledged that it suffered significant losses during the retreat, including the destruction of large amounts of military equipment. However, the exact extent of the losses is not yet clear.

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The battle for Kursk has highlighted the significant advantages that Russian forces enjoy in terms of military technology and firepower. Ukraine’s military has been forced to rely on Western-supplied equipment and training, but has still struggled to match the Russians in terms of sheer military might.

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