Russia’s weakness has been on display in the recent incursion by Ukrainian forces into the Kursk region, according to a report by DW News. The Kremlin has declared a state of emergency in the southwest Kursk region, where Ukrainian forces have reportedly entered Russian territory.
The incursion, one of the largest cross-border attacks since the war began, saw at least one thousand Ukrainian troops entering Russian territory on Tuesday. However, Russian forces were able to block them from advancing further, and around three thousand civilians have been evacuated from the area, according to officials in Kursk.
While Ukraine has not officially confirmed the launch of the cross-border attack, the situation has raised concerns about the ongoing conflict between the two countries. DW Correspondents Nick Connolly in Kyiv and Janina Semenova in Riga provided insight on the situation, along with Ivana Stradner, a Research Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies in Washington.
The incursion highlights the fragile state of affairs between Ukraine and Russia, with tensions escalating as Ukrainian forces venture into Russian territory. The incident underscores Russia’s vulnerabilities and challenges in maintaining control over its borders, as well as the complex dynamics at play in the ongoing conflict.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how both countries will navigate the escalating tensions and address the implications of the incursion in the Kursk region.
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