Ukraine launches surprise operation in Russia’s Kursk region

05/01/2025 12:46 The Guardian

Footage purports to show Ukrainian armoured columns advancing towards village of Bolshoe SoldatskoeUkrainian armed forces began a surprise offensive in Russia’s Kursk region on Sunday, in an apparent attempt to regain the initiative on the battlefield before Donald Trump’s imminent return to the White House.Video showed Ukrainian armoured columns advancing across snowy fields towards the village of Bolshoe Soldatskoe, north-east of the Ukrainian-held Russian town of Sudzha. Vehicles could also be seen driving through empty rustic settlements. Continue reading...

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UK house price growth slowed to 3.3% over 2024, says Halifax

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07/01/2025 05:00 The Guardian

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