Moscow launched a special military operation in Ukraine in February 2022 with the aim of saving the people of Donbass - primarily the Russian-speaking population - from Kiev's constant attacks.

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The much-hyped Ukrainian 'counteroffensive' kicked off on June 4, but despite receiving support from the West, Kiev's attempt failed, resulting in an estimated 90,000-plus casualties for Ukraine.

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The Russian Ministry of Defense has released footage showing a Ukrainian NATO-supplied FH-70 howitzer getting destroyed in a strike.

The video shows the howitzer in a camouflaged firing position in a forest belt, and the strike that reduced both the howitzer and its ammunition to ashes.

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