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“Dilemma for Putin”: Biden comments on Ukrainian Armed Forces’ operation in Kursk Oblast for the first time
President Biden has broken his silence on Ukraine's military operation in Russia's Kursk Oblast, calling it a "real dilemma for Putin."
ISW: Ukrainian forces likely not control all territory in Kursk Oblast they declared
The Ukrainian incursion into Russia's Kursk Oblast serves multiple strategic purposes, including preventing Russian troop movements and complicating Russian logistics, according to Ukrainian officials.
Kursk incursion: experts debate Ukraine’s objectives as Kyiv consolidates blitz gains
The real objectives of Ukraine's incursion into Kursk remain undisclosed, but the likely main goals include diverting Russians from critical fronts and capturing territories to use as leverage in future negotiations with Russia.
Explosions rock Kursk; Russian authorities say “downed missile fell on the residential building”
Acting Governor of Kursk Oblast said that a missile intercepted by Russian air defenses had crashed into a residential building.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 898: US unveils $125 million military aid package for Ukraine
The package includes crucial ammunition for HIMARS and Stinger missiles.
Bloomberg: Ukrainian incursion in Kursk may challenge Moscow’s political stability
One of the strategic goals of the Ukrainian incursion into Russia's Kursk region might be to demonstrate the ability to seize the initiative in the war, which could have significant long-term political consequences for Moscow, according to security expert Rainer Saks.
Ukraine seeks US approval for ATACMS use in Kursk offensive
Ukraine has asked the US to permit the use of long-range ATACMS missiles to target Russian airfields retaliating against Ukraine's ongoing incursion into Kursk Oblast, WP says.
Forbes: Ukraine’s elite air assault brigade joins ongoing incursion into Russia’s Kursk Oblast
Ukraine's 80th Air Assault Brigade, known for swift and powerful attacks, has joined the ongoing incursion into Russia's Kursk Oblast, bringing advanced equipment and tactics that significantly escalate the operation's scale and potential impact, Forbes says.
Satellite images confirm strikes on Kursk aviation and artillery warehouses prior to incursion
According to satellite data, Ukrainian forces carried out strikes on military warehouses at Khalino air base near Kursk, Russia, potentially employing Neptune cruise missiles, Militarnyi says.
Bloomberg: Kursk incursion undermines Putin’s authority, strengthens Ukraine’s position
The incident has both exposed vulnerabilities in Russian border defenses and bolstered Ukrainian morale.
Ukraine has full right to use German weapons in Russia, says head of Bundestag’s Defense Committee
Markus Faber, head of the German Bundestag’s Defense Committee, stated that he has no concerns over the potential use of German-supplied weapons by Ukraine in battles within Russia’s Kursk region, emphasizing that these arms, once transferred, are considered Ukrainian.
Defense forces strike at Russian weapons, equipment depot near Kursk
Ukraine's Navy played a key role in a coordinated strike against a Russian military target, according to official reports.
Russo-Ukrainian War, day 887: Ukraine receives Haenel MK 556 rifles and Leopard 1A5 tanks from Germany
These new assets come at a critical time, as Ukrainian forces have been making small gains in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, where an estimated 90,000 Russian personnel are present, according to the latest ISW report.
Military: Ukraine targets railway support infrastructure in Russia’s Kursk Oblast
Ukraine's military has confirmed strikes on both electrical infrastructure and an oil depot in Russia's Kursk Oblast
Explosions heard in Russia’s Kursk Oblast as officials claim 17 drone shot-downs
Overnight explosions in Russia's Kursk Oblast led to claims by Russian officials of multiple drone interceptions. The governor reported the alleged downing of 17 Ukrainian drones, with debris causing fires. Russia's MoD claimed more interceptions.
Kursk governor claims Ukrainian attack on industrial facility overnight
A fire at a Russian low-voltage equipment plant has been blamed on a Ukrainian drone attack, according to local officials. A 400-square-meter blaze engulfs a factory in Korenevo.
Russian Defense Ministry claims drone, missile attack in Belgorod, Volgograd, Kursk oblasts overnight
Residential damage was reported after Russia says it intercepted Ukrainian drones near its western borders.
Russian Defense Ministry reports downing 14 Ukrainian drones overnight
Russia's Military also reported on downing of one UAV and eight rocket-propelled grenades on the morning of 14 March.
Russia reports drone attack on its Kursk Nuclear Power Plant
On the evening of 26 October, three drones attempted to attack the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant (NPP), Suspilne…