"Russia's Dilemma: Mass Casualties and Long-Range Strikes in Ukraine"

The UK Ministry of Defense reported that Russia is facing "mass casualties" from Ukrainian strikes behind the front lines. On November 10, over 70 Russian troops were likely killed in a strike on a truck convoy, followed by another strike on an award ceremony or concert on November 19. Ukraine has also suffered casualties, with 19 members of a Ukrainian brigade killed by a Russian missile during a medal ceremony. Ukrainian officials and soldiers claim that Russia is sending waves of troops towards the strategically important city of Avdiivka, resulting in heavy losses on the Russian side. The city has been under constant bombardment, with an average of 8 to 30 air attacks per day. The situation remains tense, with reports of shelling and damage in Ukraine's southern region of Kherson.