Russia planned major offensive in Kursk region, but it failed – Bild
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The Russian forces planned to launch a major offensive in the Kursk region. However, it turned out to be a failure, according to Bild.
As reported by the agency, Vladimir Putin announced in mid-August that by October 1, the Russian army must fully regain control of the entire Kursk region.
However, the Russian counteroffensive stalled. Bild noted that it was only on September 17 that Russian tanks advanced south of Korenevo. Shortly after, the Kremlin extended the deadline, stating that the Russian army has time until mid-October to regain control over the territory held by the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Even this goal seems unlikely at the moment.
Ukrainian forces continue to hold their positions in the Kursk region, forcing Russia to divert troops from active fronts in Ukraine.
Earlier today, Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation, also said that the Russian forces failed the Kremlin’s plan to recapture the Kursk region by October while Ukrainian Armed Forces are making progress in this area.
