Russia–Ukraine WarEuropean Security

Battle of Kyiv; Russian forces repelled

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Summary

Russian armoured columns advancing on Kyiv stalled north of the capital after encountering Ukrainian anti-tank resistance, supply shortages and terrain difficulties. The infamous 64km convoy on the Kyiv-Zhytomyr highway became a symbol of Russian military dysfunction.

The military and logistical reasons behind the Russian column's failure to advance.

How Western anti-tank missiles reshaped Russian armoured tactics in the opening weeks.

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