Ukrainian Troops Face Encirclement in Kursk as Russia Advances

Russian forces have nearly cut off Ukrainian units in Kursk, threatening a major defeat and humanitarian crisis.

Russian forces have advanced significantly in the Kursk region, nearly encircling thousands of Ukrainian troops in a tactical 'kettle.'
Ukraine's remaining supply routes, including the critical R200 highway, are under heavy Russian fire, making resupply and evacuation nearly impossible.
A surprise Russian attack using an abandoned gas pipeline has further destabilized Ukrainian defenses in the key town of Sudzha.
The potential encirclement threatens to be Ukraine's largest military setback since the fall of Mariupol, with severe implications for its military and political strategies.
The situation unfolds as U.S. and Ukrainian delegations meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss potential peace talks and a ceasefire with Russia.