Kursk Update: Sudzha & Near Areas Abandoned, Kursk Nuclear Power Plant the Target? Marders in Kursk
Video Summary
Ukraine’s efforts to push back against Russian forces have been making progress, despite the lack of information provided by the Ukrainian government. Russia, on the other hand, has shared some videos, which provide insight into the situation. A clip shows a Russian civilian evacuating a town in K, where a row of T-62 mines are strung across the road, suggesting that Russia may have abandoned the settlement. A destroyed civilian vehicle can be seen, which is believed to have been hit by Russia’s own anti-tank mines. This and the presence of T-62 mines blocking the road indicate that Russian forces may have retreated.
Ukraine has also made significant advancements, with Western-infiltrated heavy armor being used in its operations. A clip shows a Ukrainian Mi-24 being hit by a drone, indicating that Ukraine’s forces are not relying solely on small-scale raids. The use of Western armor and drone operators is a significant development, which could potentially help Ukraine push further into Russian territory.
The focus of Ukraine’s operations is shifting, with a potential target being the Kursk nuclear power plant. This would provide a significant bargaining chip, as it supplies 48% of Russia’s iron, 13.5% of steel, and 19% of ferrous metals, among other crucial supplies. If Ukraine were to threaten to shut down the plant, it could put pressure on the Russian government to negotiate.