Ukraine presses new attacks in Russia’s Kursk region
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Both Russian and Ukrainian official confirmed the fresh offensive into the Kursk region on Sunday. The Defense Ministry in Moscow said that Russian forces had pushed back Ukrainian troops, though online bloggers said Moscow faced major pressure.
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A new Ukrainian operation appears to be underway in Russia's region of Kursk. Kyiv's forces seeking to take control of a road to the regional capital. Follow DW for the latest.
Both Russian and Ukrainian official confirmed the fresh offensive into the Kursk region on Sunday. The Defense Ministry in Moscow said that Russian forces had pushed back Ukrainian troops, though online bloggers said Moscow faced major pressure.
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