Ukrainian Forces control around 1,000 sq. km in Kursk region - Commander-in-Chief

"We continue our offensive operation in the Kursk region. Currently, we control about a thousand square kilometers of Russian territory," Syrskyi said.

According to him, the Ukrainian defense forces continue to carry out their assigned tasks. Battles are taking place almost along the entire front. At the same time, the situation on the battlefield is under the control of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

In response to this report, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asked the General to thank the Ukrainian defenders for their resilience and courage.

It is worth noting that as of now, the map of the combat operations in the Kursk region looks as follows:

Photo: Map of combat operations in Kursk region (Radio Liberty)

Fighting in the Kursk region

Last week, Russia claimed a breach of the border by Ukrainian defenders. According to the Russian version, the Ukrainian Armed Forces entered the Kursk region and began their advance there.

These events were officially reported by the Russian Ministry of Defense and the Federal Security Service. At the same time, Ukraine did not officially confirm the breach.

Each day, more reports emerged online indicating that Ukrainian defenders were maintaining control over border settlements in the Kursk region. Corresponding photos were also posted on Telegram channels.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces' operation in the Kursk region was officially confirmed only today by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, following the Meeting of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief.

By the way, the acting head of the Kursk region, Alexei Smirnov, said today that Russia does not control 28 settlements in the region.