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Ukrainian servicemen prepare to fire a self-propelled howitzer towards Russian positions. Reuters
Ukrainian servicemen prepare to fire a self-propelled howitzer towards Russian positions. Reuters
Ukraine yet to commit second wave of troops as counter-offensive makes 'slow progress'
Western officials say attack hinges on where Kyiv's generals deploy modern armoured brigades