Russian forces using T-90 tanks along with Soviet-era vehicles in Kursk direction
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Russian forces are using a wide array of both modern and Soviet-era vehicles in the Kursk direction, including modern T-90 main battle tanks
North Korean military servicemen remain in the territory of Russia's Kursk region where they are yet to take direct part in hostilities against Ukraine, but at the same time they are ready to engage in combat at any moment
The U.S. has no verified data on North Korean soldiers taking direct part in hostilities
Washington is aware that DPRK soldiers are ready to engage in combat so the Pentagon continues to monitor the developments
Russian forces advancing in Kursk Oblast as reflected on map changes dated December 10
Russian forces recently advanced in Kursk Oblast.
Ukrainian forces continue advancing in Kursk Oblast, specifically in the Pohrebky area near the Lyhiv highway
Ukrainian forces have been conducting operations in the Kursk region for four months, capturing prisoners and taking control of settlements.
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Source story: russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-december-10-2024