Ukrainian Incursion in Kursk: Burnt-Out Russian Convoy Video Emerges

A video showing a convoy of burnt-out Russian military trucks in Kursk, southern Russia, has been verified by Reuters. Ukrainian forces invaded the region this week. The footage revealed around 15 trucks, some with the 'Z' symbol, and contained dead bodies. The incident follows a counter-offensive by Ukraine.

A verified video circulating on social media depicts a convoy of charred Russian military trucks on a highway in the Kursk region, southern Russia, following a significant Ukrainian incursion this week.

The footage, confirmed by Reuters, shows roughly 15 trucks, many bearing Russia's 'Z' symbol tied to its 'special military operation' in Ukraine. Some trucks appear to contain dead bodies. Reuters verified the location as Oktyabrskoye village but could not confirm the video's exact timing.

Ukrainian forces launched a breakthrough counter-offensive on Tuesday after prolonged Russian advances in eastern Ukraine. Military Chief of Staff Valery Gerasimov informed President Vladimir Putin that the advance was halted, and Russian forces aimed to repel the Ukrainians. Nonetheless, reports and social media indicate ongoing struggles for control nearly 48 hours later.

The Russian defence ministry reported its forces are actively repelling the Ukrainian invasion attempt. In response, Russian authorities have declared a federal state of emergency in the Kursk region.

(With inputs from agencies.)