Since August 6, 2024 Ukrainian forces have penetrated russia’s Kursk region to a depth ranging between 10-25 km over a frontage of approximately 40 km. Although russia had established defensive lines and had border forces in the area, these were not prepared to respond to a multi-battalion assault force, according to the UK Defense Intelligence.
After initial disarray and disorganization, russian forces have deployed in greater force to the region, including likely from elsewhere along the contact line. They have also begun to construct additional defensive positions in an effort to prevent Ukrainian advances.
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