ISW: Ukrainian Storm Shadow’s target in Kursk Oblast likely was Russian military operations center
Ukraine struck an arsenal storing diverse missile systems, including North Korean ballistic missiles, in a coordinated drone attack.
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NYT: Russia has enough recruits to form new units despite heavy losses in Ukraine
Data from independent analysts indicate at least 78,000 confirmed Russian deaths, with real figures likely closer to 150,000.
Forbes: Russian brigade “bleeding” as Ukraine kills 100 marines in Kursk mine trap
Putin's drive to clear Ukrainian forces from Kursk Oblast before Trump's January inauguration has cost one of Russia's elite units dearly in men and machinery.
Frontline report: Russians launch third counter-offensive wave, repeat failed tactics 6 times
The 810th Naval Infantry Brigade's attempted river crossing left both banks littered with destroyed vehicles and casualties, according to released footage.
Forbes: Russia loses 88 vehicles in Kursk Oblast due to intelligence failures, Ukraine’s minefields
Russian forces continue advancing in Kursk Oblast despite severe losses and a lack of accurate intelligence on Ukrainian positions, creating a dangerous pattern of costly, ineffective assaults, according to military analysts.
Forbes: Russian counteroffensive in Kursk fails to make gains amid heavy equipment losses
A Russian counteroffensive in Kursk Oblast has yet to see significant success but has cost Russia heavily in…
Frontline report: elite Ukrainian brigades obliterate Russian marines and North Koreans in counteroffensive with tanks and anti-tank mines
Elite Ukrainian brigades decimated a joint Russian-North Korean assault force near Malaya Loknya, losing 15 armored vehicles and throwing North Korean soldiers into the meat grinder.
CNN: Ukraine is at one of its weakest points since February 2022
Experts observe a “growing, quiet consensus" that negotiations are the only way to end this war.
Forbes: Ukraine’s forces push back against Russian assaults as “apocalyptic fight” unfolds in Kursk Oblast
Ukrainian brigades are inflicting heavy casualties on Russian forces in Kursk Oblast, with battles so intense they’ve left entire “cemeteries” of destroyed Russian armored vehicles.
Kursk operation reveals vulnerabilities in Russian defenses, may shift future peace talks, says expert
With fighting intensifying, Russia has mobilized elite units to regain lost ground.
Ukrainian mines destroy modern Russian tanks in Kursk Oblast
Ukrainian defenders stopped a Russian mechanized assaults in Kursk Oblast and Donbas with minefield traps, leading to the destruction of modern Russian tanks and halting a key offensive line.
US coordinates multilateral response to North Korean military presence near Ukraine
The United States is organizing a coordinated response with over 50 partner nations regarding North Korea's military deployment near Ukraine, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said.
Expert says stalled Kursk advance comes at high cost, Ukraine may need new strategy
With 30% of reclaimed territory lost and heavy tolls in personnel and equipment, former Ukraine's Security Service officer questions the operation's sustainability.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 985: North Koreans enter fight in Kursk, as Russian losses exceed 700,000
North Korea has deployed between 8,000-12,000 troops to support Russia's war in Ukraine in exchange for $200 million, rice supplies and space technology. Meanwhile, the UN chief expressed concern over this escalation despite meeting with Putin in Russia at the recent BRICS summit. Pro-European candidate Maia Sandu secured re-election as Moldova's president thanks to strong diaspora support, despite trailing domestically by 2.4%. While Ukraine could face up to 20 hours without electricity daily this winter due to Russian attacks on power infrastructure, Germany pledged $217 million in humanitarian winter aid to help cope with energy shortages.
BI: Russia retakes territories in Kursk Oblast, but extended push into Ukraine’s strongholds may stall
While Russian forces gain ground in Kursk, experts predict greater difficulties in taking and holding Ukraine’s remaining strong positions.
Ukraine destroys 3 helicopters and 146 Russian drones during Kursk operation
Ukrainian paratroopers eliminated two Ka-52 combat helicopters and 97 reconnaissance drones.
Ursula von der Leyen: Putin’s war is biggest threat to European security
As the conflict in Ukraine continues, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has highlighted the urgent need for the EU to unite and respond decisively to the military and economic challenges posed by Russia's aggression.
ISW: Ukraine pushes forward in Kursk Oblast while Russia gains ground near Vuhledar
Geolocated footage shows Russian forces raising their flag over two key administrative buildings in eastern Ukraine, while Ukrainian forces advanced in multiple areas of Kursk Oblast, according to the ISW.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 970: Drones strike Russian explosives plant in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast
Meanwhile, NATO's highest-ranking general in Europe warns that the Russian military is actively learning and improving from its experiences in Ukraine despite losses
Zelenskyy: Russian troops are attempting to breach Ukrainian defenses in Kursk Oblast for five days in row
Ukrainian forces are strengthening defensive positions despite ongoing Russian efforts to regain control.