Russian offensive in Kursk region: Latest developments and updated map

According to the General Staff's morning update, 18 combat clashes took place in the Kursk direction over the past day. The enemy carried out 265 artillery strikes, including two using multiple launch rocket systems. In addition, Russian forces conducted 27 airstrikes, dropping 41 guided air bombs.

Battle map of Kursk region as of April 2

Photo: Battle map as of the morning of April 2 (t.me/GeneralStaffZSU)

Comparing the map from the morning of April 1, it is evident that the area controlled by Ukrainian Defense Forces in the Kursk region has decreased over the past day. Russian forces have advanced west of the settlement of Guyevo.

Photo: Battle map as of April 1 (t.me/GeneralStaffZSU)

The enemy's main offensive is directed towards Guyevo. Furthermore, Russia is pushing its attacks southwest of the city of Sudzha.

According to the DeepState monitoring service, the area controlled by Ukrainian forces in the border territories of Russia now stands at over 69 square kilometers. A week ago, on March 26, the Armed Forces of Ukraine controlled 77 square kilometers.

Screenshot: deepstatemap.live

Ukrainian operation in Kursk region

Ukraine's Defense Forces launched their operation in the Kursk region back in August 2024 as a preemptive measure against a Russian offensive planned along the northern border.

Russia is attempting to push Ukrainian forces out of the Kursk region. Moscow has also deployed North Korean troops to the combat zone.

In March, the situation in the region escalated as Russia intensified its offensive operations. In addition, there has been an increase in assault group activity near the border with the Sumy region. According to Ukraine’s State Border Guard Service, there has been no border breakthrough, but the enemy continues attacks in small groups.

What Russia is preparing for and whether there is a threat across the entire front - read our material on the topic.