Zelensky commented on the Russian counteroffensive in the Kursk region.

The President of Ukraine confirmed the start of the Russian troops' counteroffensive

The President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the start of the Russian troops' counteroffensive in the Kursk region. According to him, the situation is developing according to the Ukrainian plan. Zelensky also noted that the Ukrainian side controls the situation regarding the concentration of troops in Belarus.

Russian occupiers announced the return under control of ten populated areas

Meanwhile, the Russian occupation forces announced the 'return under control of ten populated areas'. However, the Ukrainian Armed Forces did not confirm the loss of positions.

Russian troops launched a counteroffensive in the Kursk region

According to the analyst Julian Röpke, Russian troops have launched a counteroffensive in the Kursk region with the support of tanks and armored vehicles. It is reported about the alleged pushing back of Ukrainian forces from the village Korenevo and knocking them out of the villages Krasnooktyabrskoe, Snagost, and Komarivka. Battles are ongoing for the village Vishnivka, through which the railway passes.

Russian troops intend to cut off the Ukrainian advance in the Kursk region

The analysts of the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) suggest that the Russian troops intend to cut off the Ukrainian advance in the Kursk region before a coordinated operation to push back the Defense Forces. Experts note that the situation remains unstable, and it is premature to make definitive conclusions about new Russian counterattacks.

Russian forces may occupy tactically advantageous positions

According to ISW, Russian troops conducting counterattacks are acting by platoon units and possibly using elements of more experienced units in combat. Analysts believe that Russian forces may be trying to occupy more tactically advantageous positions before the start of a wider counteroffensive operation.

Experts continue to assess the situation

Experts will continue to evaluate the impact of Russian counterattacks on the situation in the Kursk region in the coming days.