In the context of the Russian counteroffensive in the Kursk region, military observer Denis Popovich on Radio NV made his assessment of the situation and noted that Russian troops, despite “bribes,” continue the offensive.
He highlighted that from October 9 to 10, the Russians resumed active operations in the Lyubovka area, where mechanized assaults were used with the participation of units, including the 155th Marine Brigade, supported by tanks. Thanks to this offensive, the Russians were able to advance in this area, continuing the attacks that began back in September, when they attacked the Snagosti area.
Popovich also explained that the goal of these actions was to divide the Ukrainian group in the Kursk region and try to encircle its parts. However, the enemy’s plans did not come true. He said that on October 10 and 11, Ukrainian troops engaged the enemy, destroying some of the equipment used in the attacks. However, Popovich noted that the Russian offensive is not over, as fighting continues in the Lyubimovka area.
The expert also drew attention to the fact that, despite the enemy’s withdrawal, the situation remains extremely dynamic. The Institute for the Study of War says Russian troops have intensified counterattacks since October 10, aiming to dislodge Ukrainian forces before winter sets in and weather conditions worsen.
According to the commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Alexander Sirsky, Russia transferred about 50 thousand servicemen to the Kursk region, which weakened its positions in other sectors of the front.
The analytical portal DeepState also noted that since September 11, Russian troops began active assault operations in several directions in this region.
Previously, Kursor wrote that Russian soldiers ran out of fuel due to the attack on an oil depot in Feodosia.
To deal with the problem, the Russians are creating mobile gas stations, but they constantly move them for fear of attacks from the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
