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Over 76,000 Evacuated from Russia's Kursk Region Amid Ukrainian Offensive

Aug 11, 2024, 02:10 AM

In response to a Ukrainian military offensive, over 76,000 people have been evacuated from Russia's Kursk region. The governor of Kursk has ordered an acceleration of the evacuation process, particularly in the Belovsky district, as Ukrainian forces advance from the west. Russian President Vladimir Putin has also directed the evacuation efforts as his forces attempt to defend the region. The situation in the Belovsky district is described as tense, with reports of Ukrainian sabotage groups causing panic among residents.