Ukraine made an important announcement regional advantage On the continuation of this unpleasant against Russian forces, claiming control over 1,150 square kilometres of land and 82 settlements, including the town of Sudzha, just eight kilometres from the Russian border. The Ukrainian army’s move is the most extensive invasion of Russian soil by a foreign army since World War II.
“We have taken control of 1,150 square kilometres of territory and 82 settlements,” top military commander Oleksandr Sirsky said.
The Ukrainian offensive, launched on August 6, follows more than two years of resistance against Russia. RussiaA defining moment in the conflict came after the invasion of Ukraine in 2013. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the liberation of Sudzha and praised the army’s efforts, saying, “The liberation of the city of Sudzha from the Russian army has been completed.”
Russia’s response and the displacement crisis
In response, Russia claimed to have recaptured a village in the Kursk border region and announced the deployment of additional troops to the Belgorod region to strengthen security. Russia’s Defense Ministry reported “complete destruction of the enemy and restoration of control over the settlement of Krupets.”
The conflict has led to a displacement crisis, with more than 120,000 Russians fleeing or being evacuated from border areas. Reports from Kursk suggest hundreds of people are seeking food and shelter, with many expressing fear and uncertainty about the ongoing conflict.
“I was very scared, very scared. Shells were raining from everywhere,” said Nina Golinyaeva, a refugee from Sudzha.
Impact on citizens
The attacks have had a devastating impact on civilians, with Russian officials reporting that at least 12 people have been killed and 121 injured since the fighting began. In the Ukrainian city of Sumy, mourners gathered at an Orthodox church to pay tribute to six soldiers killed in the fighting. The scent of incense wafted in the air as a choir sang hymns, and the grief of loss was palpable.
“Our job is to pray for our brave fighters and their families,” a priest told mourners as coffins were carried by men to the funeral procession.
The conflict in Donbass continues
Despite Russian gains in the region, Ukrainian forces are facing heavy pressure on the eastern front, particularly in the Donbass region. Zelensky acknowledged the current challenges, saying that “most of the Russian attacks are taking place” in the Donbass, where Ukrainian forces are focused on maintaining defensive positions.
Russian forces have also made further advances in the eastern Donetsk region, seizing the village of Ivanivka, a key position near the transportation hub of Pokrovsk, a long-time Russian target.
As the conflict escalates, the situation on the ground remains volatile, with both sides bracing for continued hostilities in a war that shows no signs of abating.
“We have taken control of 1,150 square kilometres of territory and 82 settlements,” top military commander Oleksandr Sirsky said.
The Ukrainian offensive, launched on August 6, follows more than two years of resistance against Russia. RussiaA defining moment in the conflict came after the invasion of Ukraine in 2013. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the liberation of Sudzha and praised the army’s efforts, saying, “The liberation of the city of Sudzha from the Russian army has been completed.”
Russia’s response and the displacement crisis
In response, Russia claimed to have recaptured a village in the Kursk border region and announced the deployment of additional troops to the Belgorod region to strengthen security. Russia’s Defense Ministry reported “complete destruction of the enemy and restoration of control over the settlement of Krupets.”
The conflict has led to a displacement crisis, with more than 120,000 Russians fleeing or being evacuated from border areas. Reports from Kursk suggest hundreds of people are seeking food and shelter, with many expressing fear and uncertainty about the ongoing conflict.
“I was very scared, very scared. Shells were raining from everywhere,” said Nina Golinyaeva, a refugee from Sudzha.
Impact on citizens
The attacks have had a devastating impact on civilians, with Russian officials reporting that at least 12 people have been killed and 121 injured since the fighting began. In the Ukrainian city of Sumy, mourners gathered at an Orthodox church to pay tribute to six soldiers killed in the fighting. The scent of incense wafted in the air as a choir sang hymns, and the grief of loss was palpable.
“Our job is to pray for our brave fighters and their families,” a priest told mourners as coffins were carried by men to the funeral procession.
The conflict in Donbass continues
Despite Russian gains in the region, Ukrainian forces are facing heavy pressure on the eastern front, particularly in the Donbass region. Zelensky acknowledged the current challenges, saying that “most of the Russian attacks are taking place” in the Donbass, where Ukrainian forces are focused on maintaining defensive positions.
Russian forces have also made further advances in the eastern Donetsk region, seizing the village of Ivanivka, a key position near the transportation hub of Pokrovsk, a long-time Russian target.
As the conflict escalates, the situation on the ground remains volatile, with both sides bracing for continued hostilities in a war that shows no signs of abating.
