Contents tagged with Kursk
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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 …
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Budanov: Ukraine prioritizes severely wounded, women, and Azovstal defenders in prisoner exchange with Russia
The head of Ukraine's Defense Intelligence, Kyrylo Budanov, has identified which groups will be exchanged first in the ongoing prisoner exchanges with Russia. According to Budanov, priority will be given to those who are severely wounded or seriously ill, women, and long-term captives. He also mentioned that special focus is placed on the defenders of Azovstal.
"The tragic events at Azovstal hold a special place for us. We are particularly attentive to bringing back everyone who was at …
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Ukrainian Forces capture cutting-edge Russian electronic warfare system 'Volnorez'
Ukrainian forces have made a significant find by capturing a Russian electronic warfare system, 'Volnorez,' along with key documentation, in the Kursk region. This breakthrough could substantially impact the current conflict and the future of electronic warfare. The system, newly introduced into the Russian military last fall, had been shrouded in mystery until now.
The captured documentation is expected to provide Ukrainian experts with valuable insight into the system's capabilities. At the …
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Russian soldiers accuse leadership of abandoning them amid border clash in Kursk region
Russian conscripts were reportedly terrified by Russian media propagandists who warned them about imprisonment by Ukrainians. One soldier, who sustained a severe injury, regained consciousness in captivity and now expresses gratitude to Ukrainian forces who saved his life, Ukrainian journalist reveals.
The Russian-Ukrainian border in the Kursk region was defended by conscripts and a small number of contract soldiers. Upon encountering Ukrainian forces, both the commanders and their troops fled …
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Ukraine establishes first military commandant's office in Kursk region
Ukrainian forces have established, the first military commandant's office in the territory of Russia’s Kursk region they control, according to Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Oleksandr Syrskyi, during a report at the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's headquarters, a video fragment of which was shared by President Volodymyr Zelensky on his Telegram channel. "In the Kursk region, we're moving forward. A military commandant's office has been established to ensure law and order and meet the needs of …
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Lukashenko calls for peace, distances Belarus from Russia amid Kursk setbacks
Amidst significant defeats of the Russian army in the Kursk region, Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko has publicly distanced his country from alliance with Russia. This marks a notable shift in tone for the authoritarian leader who had previously supported Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.)
In an interview with Russian state media, Lukashenko urged for peace talks to terminate the ongoing conflict, describing it as unnecessary for Russians, Ukrainians, or Belarusians. He referenced his …
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British Challenger 2 tanks allegedly used by Ukrainian Forces in Russian territory, UK Defense Ministry silent on details
In a significant and potentially unprecedented development, British Challenger 2 tanks may have been used by Ukrainian forces during an offensive operation in Russia's Kursk region, reports Sky News.
Should these reports be confirmed, it would mark the first instance of Ukrainian troops utilizing British tanks in combat on Russian soil. However, the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has declined to offer comments on operational specifics, insisting there have been no changes in policy. Ukrainian …