Ukraine’s military has launched a bold offensive in Russia’s Kursk region, claiming new territorial gains in a surprise assault that has reportedly caught Moscow off guard.
Ukrainian Forces Surge Forward in Kursk
The Command of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces released video footage of its troops successfully advancing in Kursk, marking a renewed push into Russian territory after months of back-and-forth fighting.
Reports suggest that Ukrainian forces, including the 82nd Air Assault Brigade, have conducted swift maneuvers, securing new positions and improving their tactical advantage.
Despite Russian attempts to reclaim lost ground, Kyiv appears determined to hold onto its foothold in Russia, signaling that this campaign remains a top priority in its military strategy.
Moscow Acknowledges Ukrainian Gains
The Russian Ministry of Defense and pro-Russian Telegram channels have admitted that Ukrainian troops have made progress, with reports indicating that:
- 500 Ukrainian personnel and 50 armored vehicles were deployed in the operation.
- Russian forces lost control of the settlements of Cherkasskaya Konopelka and Ulanok.
- Fighting is ongoing northwest, west, and southeast of Sudzha, a city Ukraine seized early in the incursion.
Russian sources confirm that Ukraine has forced Moscow to redeploy troops from the south, disrupting planned Russian offensives against key Ukrainian cities like Zaporizhzhia.
Zelensky: Kursk Offensive a Game-Changer
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that his forces advanced more than a mile and a half within Russian territory.
He emphasized that the Kursk offensive is more than just a territorial grab—it’s a strategic move to weaken Russia’s position and strengthen Ukraine’s hand in potential negotiations.
With 150,000 civilians fleeing the region, the occupation of Kursk Oblast is shaping up to be a significant psychological and strategic setback for Putin.
