Ukraine's push into the Kursk region exposed Russia's vulnerabilities. Here's what to know.
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Ukraine Targets Bridges in Russia's Kursk Region, Claims Further Advances
Above: A Ukrainian armoured infantry vehicle travels on the road from Sumy to the border with Russia on August 15, 2024. Image copyright: Kostiantyn Liberov/Contributor/Getty Images News via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-Ukraine narrative
Ukraine's offensive into the Kursk region is designed to persuade Russia to enter peace negotiations to end the war. Such talks are only possible if Russia sees that Ukraine is capable of inflicting strategic defeats on Moscow.
Pro-Russia narrative
Russian forces continue to suppress Ukraine's offensive in the Kursk region. They are methodically destroying Ukraine's manpower and equipment, and it's only a matter of time before the assault fails. The situation is under control.