The President noted the success of the Armed Forces at the front and the operation in Kursk region. He called on partners to speed up the supply of weapons and announced important weeks of diplomatic work.
President Zelenskyy said that the Ukrainian Armed Forces' operation in the Kursk region of Russia is going according to plan. He thanked the military for their bravery and reported on the strengthening of Ukraine's positions in the region.
President Zelenskyy heard a report on the Armed Forces' operation in the Kursk region. Ukrainian forces are strengthening their positions, expanding the stabilized territory, and replenishing the prisoner exchange fund.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi informed the President about the continuation of intense fighting in the Pokrovske and Toretske sectors. As of 16:00, the number of combat engagements increased to 75, with the most active enemy actions in the Pokrovsk sector.
Ukrainian troops advance by 1-3 km in some areas in the Kursk region of Russia. Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrsky reports to Zelensky on the controlled situation and fighting in the area of Mala Loknya.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi had a telephone conversation with US General Charles Brown. The parties discussed the operational and strategic situation, as well as the critical needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for weapons and military equipment.
Ukraine concealed plans for an operation in the Kursk region, achieving the effect of surprise. According to an Estonian officer, the Ukrainian Armed Forces control over 500 square kilometers of territory, and Russia is not ready for a serious counteroffensive.
Russia is recovering from the initial chaos caused by the Ukrainian army's offensive in the Kursk region. Ukrainian troops have advanced 10-25 km deep into Russia, controlling more than 1,000 km² of territory.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released a video of the first hours of the operation in the Kursk region on August 6, 2024. The key success factors were preparation, surprise, morale, and information silence.
The soldiers of the 8th Regiment of the Special Forces of Ukraine conducted a successful operation behind enemy lines in the Kursk region of Russia. An enemy truck with military personnel and those trying to hide were destroyed in a few minutes.
White House Communications Advisor John Kirby said that according to US information, Russia is redeploying some units to the Kursk area from regions in or near Ukraine.
The OP adviser commented on the operation of the armed forces in the Kursk region of Russia. According to him, this has added a new topic to potential negotiations - the territorial integrity of Russia, although a just peace is still far away.
Commander-in-Chief Syrsky declared the situation in eastern and southern Ukraine under control. The Ukrainian Armed Forces advanced 35 km in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation, taking control of 82 settlements and establishing a military commandant's office.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky announced the establishment of a military commandant's office in the Ukrainian-controlled territory of Kursk region. The Ukrainian Armed Forces took control of 82 settlements, advancing 35 kilometers and controlling more than 1,000 square kilometers of Russian territory.
The President of Ukraine reported on the Armed Forces' advance in the Kursk region and work with partners on long-range weapons. Zelenskyy also thanked the military for strikes on Russian airfields.
Russia has moved some troops from Ukraine to protect the Kursk region. In their place, cadets from military universities were sent to the trenches and are now gaining combat experience in the Kherson region.
After Ukraine's offensive in the Kursk region, Russia began to massively build new defense lines. Dozens of vacancies for construction workers with salaries of up to 371 thousand rubles for 60 days of work appeared on Russian websites.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrsky reported on the completion of the operation in Sudzha and the advance of 1-2 km in Kursk region. 100 Russian soldiers were captured, and the enemy's main efforts are concentrated in the Donetsk sector.
Alexander Stubb said that Ukraine has the right to defend itself against Russian aggression in the Kursk region. He also confirmed that Ukraine could use Finnish weapons on Russian territory.
The Chief of Staff reported on the situation at the front. In the Kursk region, the Ukrainian Armed Forces advanced 1-2 km, taking more than 100 Russian soldiers prisoner. Zelensky ordered to strengthen the eastern direction.
Ukrainian forces control 74 settlements in the Kursk region of Russia. President Zelenskyy announces the surrender of hundreds of Russian soldiers and their humane treatment.
President Zelenskyy announced the continued advance of Ukrainian forces in the Kursk region. There are 74 settlements under Ukrainian control, where inspections and stabilization measures are being carried out.
The Kremlin may announce a general mobilization due to a lack of troops to cover losses at the front. Russia needs about 500,000 new soldiers over the next 12 months to compensate for the depletion of troops in Ukraine.
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson reported a restrained reaction from partners to the Ukrainian Armed Forces' operation in the Kursk region of Russia. Ukrainian forces control about 1,000 square kilometers of territory, and Western partners express understanding of Ukraine's actions.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs commented on the operation in the kursk region, saying that Ukraine does not aim to seize territory, but only protects Ukrainians and supports the military.
Ukraine has officially recognized an offensive operation in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. A video confirms the presence of Ukrainian troops in the center of the town of Sudzha, which is now controlled by the Ukrainian Defense Forces.
The President of Ukraine emphasized the importance of receiving long-range weapons from partners for a fair end to the war. Zelenskyy also instructed to increase the share of Ukrainian production in public procurement.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Chief Syrsky reported control over 1,000 square kilometers in the Kursk region of Russia. These are the areas from which Russia has been shelling Sumy region, having launched 2,100 attacks since June 1.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky reports on an offensive operation in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. Ukrainian forces control about 1000 square kilometers of territory, the situation is under control.
President Zelenskyy received several reports from Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi on the situation at the front. Zelenskyy noted the actions of the Defense Forces and thanked the units for pushing the war into the aggressor's territory.