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Russia Vows to Retake Kursk, Responds Strongly to Attacks Amid European Tensions

Sep 1, 2024, 10:03 AM

Russia has announced a strong and ongoing response to recent attacks in the Kursk region, with Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov affirming that the measures are already underway and will continue. The response comes amid statements from Andrei Kartapolov, head of the State Duma Defense Committee, warning of a strong and asymmetric reaction to European weapon strikes. Peskov also emphasized that Russia will do everything necessary to protect its interests and that its potential is greater than previously assumed. The Kremlin stated they will retake all of Kursk.