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Russian forces are on the attack in Ukraine, but they're paying a heavy price. In just one day, the Russians reportedly lost 34 tanks trying to capture the town of Avdiivka.

The Russians concentrated around half a dozen motor-rifle regiments and brigades for their two-prong assault on Avdiivka. They also had significant air and artillery support. But it wasn't enough. The Ukrainian defenders were well-prepared. They had been digging in for months, and they were able to repel all 10 Russian attacks.

Ukrainian surveillance played a key role in the defensive effort. Drones were able to pinpoint the entire Russian assault force, and this information was used to direct Ukrainian artillery fire.