Zelenskyy Visits Frontline: Ukraine Captures Russian Territory and Prisoners

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a landmark visit to the border area where his forces launched their offensive into Russia, capturing a village in Kursk and taking prisoners of war. The operation, aimed at creating a buffer zone, highlights ongoing tensions and underscores the vulnerability of Russian defenses.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a landmark visit to the border area on Thursday where Ukrainian forces initiated a surprise offensive into Russia. Kyiv's military has captured another village in the Kursk region and taken more prisoners of war, bolstering their position.

During his visit to Ukraine's northern Sumy region, Zelenskyy emphasized that the newly captured prisoners from Kursk would be used in exchange for captured Ukrainians. He stated that this operation, launched on August 6, has effectively reduced Russian shelling and civilian casualties in Sumy.

Moreover, the Ukrainian attack on a Russian cargo ferry in the Krasnodar region, signaling increased aggression, has rattled the Kremlin. The conflict continues to escalate with drone attacks and defensive measures, emphasizing the ongoing instability.

(With inputs from agencies.)