⚔️ Counterattack

Russian troops launched a counteroffensive in the Kursk region, where Ukrainian forces have controlled approximately 800-900 square kilometers since mid-August 2024. Airborne troops and marines attacked Ukrainian positions and may have regained control of several villages.

Glushkovo, Kursk Oblast
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Ukrinform → Source tone: likely

Russian troops launched a counteroffensive in the Kursk region with airborne troops and marines attacking Ukrainian positions, potentially regaining several villages

Kyiv Independent → Source tone: certain

Russia launched another counterattack against Ukraine's left flank in mid-September, but this attempt was halted by Kyiv's troops

Kyiv Post → Source tone: likely

Ukrainian forces repelled a Russian assault in Kursk with 14 military vehicles and destroyed a paratrooper unit.

UNIAN → Source tone: certain

Ukrainian special forces from the 8th Special Forces Regiment (UA REG TEAM) showed video of battles in Kursk Oblast, including the capture of a super-protected position with many Chechen fighters and Russian conscripts.

Censor.NET → Source tone: likely

Russian troops launched a counter-offensive in the Kursk region led by airborne troops and marines, attacking Ukrainian positions in the west of the salient and apparently recapturing several villages.

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Extracted: 2026-05-30T04:17:12.653Z

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