Ukrainian troops have unexpectedly taken control of a part of Russia’s Kursk region, giving Kyiv a negotiating advantage. The conflict has been ongoing for six months, with Russia attempting to regain control over the territory. Russia sought assistance from North Korea, but the North Korean contingent suffered significant losses. The situation in Kursk poses a challenge for Putin, while U.S. pressure is mounting to initiate negotiations to end the war. Ukrainian President Zelensky claims that the situation is stable and that Russia will not be able to dislodge them from the territory.
Ukraine advances in Kursk; Russia struggles to defend.
