Russian Forces Counter-Attack in Kursk Amid Intense Conflict with Ukraine

Russian forces have initiated a significant counter-offensive against Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region, reclaiming around 10 settlements. Ukrainian forces previously launched a massive attack into western Russia. Both sides report gains, but battlefield details are difficult to verify due to strict reporting restrictions. President Zelenskiy claims control over 100 settlements.

Russian forces have launched a significant counter-offensive against Ukrainian troops who recently breached into western Russia, reclaiming several territories, according to Russian war bloggers and Major General Apti Alaudinov.

Ukraine initiated a massive attack on August 6th, breaking through the Kursk border with a force of thousands, aided by drones and Western weaponry. Russian troops have reportedly taken back control of around 10 settlements, as stated by Alaudinov and reported by TASS.

Due to strict reporting restrictions, Reuters could not verify battlefield details. While Russia's defense ministry claims victories in several Kursk villages, Ukrainian President Zelenskiy asserts that his forces control 100 settlements over a vast area.

(With inputs from agencies.)