Russian forces advance again in Kursk region as new battle maps released
Photo: Heavy fighting continues in Kursk region (Getty Images)
The Defense Forces of Ukraine continue their operation in the Kursk region. Over the past 24 hours, enemy advances were recorded in several areas, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports.
In the morning briefing, the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces stated that 23 combat clashes took place in the Kursk region over the past day. At the same time, the enemy launched 25 airstrikes, dropped 44 guided bombs, and carried out 326 artillery attacks, including six using MLRS.
Battle map of Kursk region as of April 19
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Compared to the map presented by the General Staff of Ukraine on the morning of April 18, a reduction in the area controlled by Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region is visible. Russian forces advanced in several locations.
Battle map as of April 18
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According to the analytical service Deep State, the buffer zone in the Kursk region has decreased to 9.88 square kilometers in one location and 21.02 square kilometers in another direction.
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Kursk operation of Ukrainian Armed Forces
Ukrainian troops launched offensive actions in the Kursk region over eight months ago - in early August 2024. Ukraine's Defense Forces took control of hundreds of settlements and established a buffer zone in Russia's border areas.
Russian forces are attempting to push the Ukrainian troops out of the Kursk region. The enemy has involved North Korean troops in the battles.
In February-March, the situation in the Kursk zone escalated. Under pressure from enemy forces, Ukrainian troops withdrew from several settlements, including the city of Sudzha. However, fighting in the Kursk region continues.
