Contents tagged with Kursk
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Ukrainian Forces capture two settlements from Wagner mercenaries amid intense clashes in Kursk region
The ex-Wagner mercenaries have lost control of two settlements. On his Telegram channel "Frontline Thoughts", a Ukrainian soldier with the call sign "Shadow" claims that while the Russians possess plenty of courage and spirit, they lack intelligence. "Wagner" has been taking hits consecutively for two days, leading to widespread panic among regular troops,” Shadow noted.
The soldier goes on to mention that the former Wagner members have already lost two settlements. He reiterates that while …
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Several more villages in Russia's Kursk region captured by Ukrainian Forces
Ukrainian Armed Forces have likely entered and established control of the village of Borki, located in the Sudzhansky district, according to photos posted online . Additionally, a flag bearing the inscription "Kursk People's Republic" has been raised in Vnezapnoe, Korenevsky district.
Photos circulating on social media depict a Ukrainian soldier standing next to a "Pochta Rossii" building, with a village council sign also captured in the frame.
Borki has a population of fewer than 400 people …
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Ukrainian Forces destroy key bridge in escalating Kursk offensive
Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) have destroyed a bridge over the Seym River in Glushkovo, Kursk Region. Alexei Smirnov, the interim governor of the region, confirmed the incident on his Telegram channel Friday evening, August 16. "As a result of the strike from Ukraine, the automotive bridge over the Seym River in the Glushkovsky district was destroyed," the message reads.
The governor did not specify the means of the attack. According to Telegram channels Baza and Mash, the bridge was hit by …
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Russia braces for loss of Kursk region: Kremlin propagandists mull possible territorial sacrifices
In a striking discussion, experts in a Russian TV studio deliberated over the potential abandonment of border regions by Russia, highlighting the possibility of a sustained Ukrainian military presence.
Russian propaganda appears to be gradually preparing the public for potential territorial losses. This notion is being openly discussed by various speakers on Russian television. The topic prominently featured in the program "Mesto Vstrechi" (the Meeting Place) hosted by Andrey Norkin.
During …
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Concern and controversy: Russia continues deploying conscripts to Kursk region amid rising capture reports
Recent social media posts from residents of various Russian regions, particularly Murmansk and Kaliningrad, indicate that conscripts from local military units are being deployed to the Kursk region. Often, these stories are recounted by the sons or husbands who are serving mandatory military service. For example, the decision to send conscript soldiers to Kursk appears to be planned by the 80th Motorized Rifle Division, stationed in Murmansk.
According to a statement from the relatives of the …
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FSB first: expert discusses order of Russian military personnel exchanges after Ukrainian breakthrough in Kursk region
During a breakthrough in the Kursk region, Ukraine captured three categories of Russian military personnel. The largest group includes conscripts, whose mass return could pose a risk for the Kremlin. Another issue involves "Kadyrovets" (Kadyrov fighters), previously exchanged at high rates but now more problematic, said Former Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) officer and military expert Ivan Stupak shared on Kyiv 24 TV broadcast.
Stupak outlined three categories of Russian personnel captured …
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Freedom of Russia Legion urges Russian soldiers to surrender as Ukraine expands control in Kursk region
Following the Ukrainian military's breakthrough into Russia's Kursk region, the "Freedom of Russia Legion" fighting on the side of Ukraine has called on Russian soldiers to surrender and join the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
In the post on their Telegram channel the fighters of the Legion said that Russian officers, while "sitting comfortably in the rear," strongly urge Russian soldiers not to surrender but to "blow themselves up with their own grenades."
"But Russian soldiers are ignoring these …
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Kyiv: Ukraine plans to force Russia to negotiation table through tactical defeats in Kursk region
Ukraine is not interested in occupying Russian territories, but in the event of potential negotiations with Russia, Kyiv will need to bring Moscow to the table on its own terms, said Mykhailo Podolyak, advisor to the head of the Office of the President.
Podolyak emphasized that Ukraine does not plan to beg for agreements. Instead, he pointed to tested and effective means of coercion, specifically economic, diplomatic, and military measures.
"We need to inflict significant tactical defeats on …
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Ukrainian success in Kursk region eases Kupyansk pressure, reports Ukrainian 77th Airmobile Brigade
The operation by Ukrainian forces in the Kursk region has led to reduced activity of Russian troops on one front, said Vitaliy Bitsak, head of communications for the 77th separate airmobile brigade of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces on Kyiv24 TV.
He confirmed that Russian military activity has diminished in the Kupyansk direction.
"Assault actions are not as aggressive. Typically, small groups attempt to gather in plantings, dugouts, and trenches before initiating a foot advance. Often …
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U.S. General Hodges praises Ukrainian offensive in Kursk region, exposes Kremlin's nuclear bluff
The Ukrainian Armed Forces' operation in the Kursk region has taken not only Russia but the entire world by surprise. Once again, the global community has witnessed that the Kremlin's nuclear threats are nothing but a bluff, said former U.S. Army Europe commander, General Ben Hodges, in an interview with German news agency DW.
According to Hodges, the Ukrainian Armed Forces' brilliant maneuver has decisively dispelled fears that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin would resort to nuclear weaponry …