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Ukraine Advances from Sudzha into Russia's Kursk Region; Russian MOD Confirms Attacks

Jan 5, 2025, 01:22 PM

Ukrainian forces have reportedly launched a new offensive in Russia's western Kursk region, advancing from Sudzha and pushing 5-8 kilometers into Russian lines around the town of Berdin. The Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Andriy Yermak, stated that 'Russia is getting what it deserves.' Ukrainian troops have reportedly occupied Berdin and are moving towards Kurchatov, employing armored vehicles and extensive electronic warfare equipment. Russian state media quoted the Ministry of Defence confirming that Ukraine had launched a counterattack in the Kursk region, claiming that Russian forces had repelled two Ukrainian attacks. Heavy fighting is ongoing, and the offensive aims to expand Ukrainian control in Kursk by pushing Russian forces further from the border. The situation has been reported by multiple sources, including Russian war bloggers, with mixed reports on the outcome.