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Putin seeks battlefield progress before announcing 2024 presidential run, Zelensky claims

15.11.2023 13:45
Russian President Vladimir Putin is intensifying military operations in Ukraine to demonstrate progress before potentially announcing his candidacy for the 2024 presidential election, Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed.
Ukraines President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky.Photo: PAP/Viktor Kovalchuk

In his daily video address, Zelensky on Tuesday highlighted the ferocity of Russian attacks, particularly in the Donetsk region, as reported by the Ukrainska Pravda portal.

Zelensky accused Putin of having a cynical political goal, willing to sacrifice numerous lives for tactical gains.

The Ukrainian leader also said that Russia is suffering significant losses in both soldiers and equipment, especially in areas such as Avdiiivka, more so than near Bakhmut.

The Russian presidential election is slated for March.

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Source: PAP