Overview
- Russian General Valéri Guérassimov announced the complete recapture of the Kursk region, a claim Ukraine has strongly denied, stating defensive operations continue.
- North Korea officially confirmed for the first time that its troops participated in Russia's military operations in Kursk.
- President Vladimir Putin praised North Korean soldiers for their contributions, describing their efforts as courageous and heroic.
- Ukraine maintains that its forces are still present in the Kursk region, with President Zelensky emphasizing ongoing defensive actions.
- The involvement of North Korean troops marks a significant escalation in international dimensions of the conflict, as peace negotiations remain stalled.