Russian Forces Retake Village: Russia’s Defense Ministry announced on Saturday that its forces have taken control of the village of Oleshnya in the Kursk region, one of the last remaining footholds of Ukrainian forces in the area. The village is located on the border with Ukraine and has been a key point of contention between Russian and Ukrainian forces.
Russian Military Operations
According to the Russian Defense Ministry, units of the ‘North’ military group have liberated the village of Oleshnya during active offensive operations. This development is seen as a significant push by Russian forces to regain control of the region, which was breached by Ukrainian troops in a surprise incursion last year.
Ongoing Fighting
Despite the reported retaking of Oleshnya, Russian forces are still engaged in fierce fighting with Ukrainian troops in the village of Gornal, located about 7 miles (11 kilometers) south of Oleshnya. According to Russian state news agency TASS, Russian security agencies have reported that the Russian military has yet to push the Ukrainian Armed Forces out of Gornal, and intense battles are currently underway in the settlement.
Still on Russian Forces Retake Village
Impact on Ukrainian Forces
The recapture of Oleshnya and ongoing fighting in Gornal have significant implications for Ukrainian forces. Russian and North Korean soldiers have nearly deprived Kyiv of a key bargaining chip by retaking most of the region, which could potentially weaken Ukraine’s negotiating position.
Recent Attacks
In other developments, the Ukrainian Air Force reported that Russia launched a wave of attacks overnight into Saturday, firing 87 exploding drones and decoys. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, 33 of these drones were intercepted, and another 36 were lost, likely due to electronic jamming. These attacks caused damage to farms in the Odesa region and sparked fires in the Sumy region, although no casualties were reported.
Response from Ukrainian Officials
There was no immediate response from Ukrainian officials regarding the reported recapture of Oleshnya by Russian forces. However, the Ukrainian Air Force and State Emergency Service have confirmed the details of the recent Russian attacks and the resulting damage.
Russian Defense Ministry Statement
Russia’s Ministry of Defense reported that its air defense systems shot down two Ukrainian drones overnight into Saturday, highlighting the ongoing tensions and military activities in the region. The ministry’s statement underscores the continued efforts by Russian forces to defend their territory and push back against Ukrainian incursions.
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