Ukraine Ends Kursk Operation as Russia Regains Territory

After seven months, Ukraine withdraws most forces from Kursk, facing strategic setbacks as Russia gathers troops near Sumy.

The Ukrainian military has withdrawn nearly all troops and heavy equipment from the Kursk region, retaining control of only a few villages near the border.
The operation, launched in August 2024, initially secured 1,200 square kilometers of Russian territory but was reversed by a Russian counteroffensive supported by North Korean forces.
Analysts view the withdrawal as a strategic setback for Ukraine, potentially weakening its position in upcoming peace negotiations.
This marks the first foreign military incursion into Russian territory since World War II, underscoring its symbolic significance.
Reports indicate a Russian troop buildup near Ukraine's Sumy region, raising concerns about potential future offensives.