Russian milbloggers claimed Russian forces advanced to the Sudzha border checkpoint along the H-07 highway and in several other areas near Sudzha.
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Russian forces advanced to the Sudzha border checkpoint and other areas.
Ukraine's General Staff confirmed Ukrainian troops' withdrawal from the logistics hub of Sudzha in Russia's Kursk Oblast
A major counteroffensive in March 2025 forced Ukrainian troops from most of their remaining positions. On March 16, Ukraine’s General Staff confirmed its withdrawal from Sudzha.
The enemy continues to have the initiative, superiority in infantry, aircraft and drones, and continues its offensive
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