Russian Forces Seize Strategic Town of Sudscha in Kursk Region

Ukraine retreats from key territory in Kursk as Russian troops raise flags in Sudscha's center, marking a significant shift in control.

Russian troops have entered the town of Sudscha in the Kursk region, raising flags in the city center, signaling a likely Ukrainian retreat.
Ukraine has not officially confirmed the withdrawal, but military bloggers report the town is largely under Russian control.
The Russian advance in Kursk has forced Ukraine to relinquish up to 200 square kilometers of territory, including key settlements near Sudscha.
Sudscahad been under Ukrainian control since August 2024, following a surprise incursion that captured over 1,000 square kilometers of Russian territory.
The Ukrainian operation in Kursk initially aimed to create a buffer zone and leverage captured territory for potential negotiations.