HIMARS strikes targeted Russian rear areas in the Kursk region as precursors to ground operations.
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HIMARS strikes targeted Russian rear areas in the Kursk region as precursors to ground operations.
Ukrainian soldiers rescued captured Kursk residents from mercenaries, shared meals, bought firewood, and took residents to hospitals.
Ukrainian military destroyed Russian armored vehicle, burned one tank, and damaged another during a battle.
Kyiv has reportedly since lost roughly half of those gains. Clashes continue in the area with Russian forces bolstered by North Korean troops.
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Extracted: 2026-02-16T21:56:26.155Z
Source story: day-1081a-2025-02-09