New Assault by Ukraine in Kursk Region Amid Renewed Offensive
Ukraine has recently launched a renewed offensive in the Kursk region of Russia, making minor tactical advances, according to reports. The offensive has been met with mixed responses, with Moscow describing it as a «counterattack» in the border region that Kyiv partially controlled since last August.
Advances in Southern Berdin, Central Russkoye Porechnoye, and Central Novosotnitsky
The U.S.-based Institute for the Study of War revealed that Ukrainian forces have made significant advances in southern Berdin, central Russkoye Porechnoye, and central Novosotnitsky between Sunday and Monday. These three villages are strategically located along the road leading from the Kyiv-controlled town of Sudzha to the regional capital of Kursk.
Russian Response and Expert Commentary
The Institute for the Study of War also highlighted that Russian forces attempted to leverage the Ukrainian attacks northeast of Sudzha to launch counterattacks on Kyiv’s positions elsewhere in the Kursk region. Retired Australian Army Major-General Mick Ryan noted that Ukraine’s new offensive took Russia by surprise, although he described it as more of a tactical than a strategic surprise.
Deputy Defense Minister’s Visit and Denial of Ukrainian Advances
Russia’s Deputy Defense Minister, Yunus-Bek Yevkurov, arrived in the Kursk region just before Moscow reported Ukraine’s offensive. However, Russian federal and regional officials have downplayed the offensive or ignored it altogether. The Russian Defense Ministry claimed that its troops continue to defeat Ukrainian army units in the Kursk region.
Ongoing Conflict and Call for Support
The conflict between Ukraine and Russia in the Kursk region remains volatile, with both sides seeking to strengthen their positions ahead of potential negotiations. As Russia presses forward in eastern Ukraine, claiming key towns, the situation continues to escalate.
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