Russia Intensifies Military Operations in Kursk as Cease-Fire Talks Progress

Sun Mar 16 2025 06:07:04 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
Russia Intensifies Military Operations in Kursk as Cease-Fire Talks Progress

The situation in Russia's Kursk region escalates with Russian military claims of territorial gains amid ongoing negotiations for a cease-fire with the United States.


Moscow's renewed military efforts highlight the rising tensions on the Ukrainian front, coinciding with claims of territorial retakes and the continuation of heavy bombardments across Ukraine.

In a significant escalation of hostilities, Russia has intensified its military operations in the Kursk region as diplomatic efforts for a cease-fire continue. The Russian Defense Ministry announced over the weekend that its troops had regained control of two villages surrounding Sudzha, a key town that Ukrainian forces had occupied since their surprise incursion last summer. However, Ukrainian officials have not yet confirmed any retreat from Sudzha and chose to remain silent on Russia’s claims.

Among the most recent developments, President Vladimir Putin urged Ukrainian troops still engaged in the region to surrender, promising them clemency if they do so. While asserting that Ukrainian forces are surrounded, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitri Peskov echoed Putin's call, warning that "time is running out" for Ukrainian soldiers.

Conversely, Ukraine's military dismissed the encirclement claims as "false and fabricated," asserting that there is no imminent threat to their units in the Kursk area. This comes as both sides have ramped up military operations; overnight, Russia reportedly launched two Iskander-M ballistic missiles and over 170 drones targeting various cities in Ukraine. In an incident that underscores the ongoing violence, a missile strike in Kryvyi Rih, President Zelensky's hometown, resulted in injuries to 14 civilians, including children.

The situation remains fluid as both sides engage in fighting while exploring diplomatic options for peace, with the outcome of talks between the U.S. and Russia remaining uncertain.

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