According to recent reports, Russian troops have launched surprise attacks and have captured three settlements in the Kursk region. This comes after Ukraine initiated an offensive in the same area in August, achieving significant territorial gains. For the first time since World War II, a foreign power has invaded Russian territory by land.
It is estimated that Ukraine has around 30,000 soldiers in the region, and the loss of some of the captured territory raises doubts about its ability to hold on. Some Ukrainian military analysts have begun to question the incursion strategy in Kursk, suggesting that a reassessment of the operation may be necessary.
The total capture of Kursk by Russia could signal a shift in the scenario, with a possible reorientation of Russian forces toward eastern Ukraine. This would represent a significant challenge for Ukraine and its troops. The logistical situation has become critical, with poor road conditions complicating movement.
Amidst this situation, reports indicate that the Ukrainian presence in Kursk is in danger. Russia is attacking the city of Sudzha to disrupt Ukrainian supply lines. Despite a diplomatic shift, with pressures for a peace agreement that includes a reduction in military aid, analysts warn about the fragility of Ukrainian control in the region.
It has been reported that Russian forces have managed to infiltrate Sudzha through a gas pipeline. Despite surveillance at that point, Russian and North Korean troops continue to attack. The arrival of North Korean troops to support Russia has strengthened operations in the region. Ukrainian forces find themselves in a defensive position, facing an uncertain future amid ongoing military actions.
