Russian Troops Suffer Equipment Losses in Kursk

In the Kursk region, Russian forces launched an offensive but suffered significant losses, including 17 pieces of equipment destroyed by Ukrainian mines. Commander Oleksandr Pavliuk reported that professionally set mine-explosive barriers accounted for about 30% of enemy equipment losses during their attempts to advance. Despite the intense assaults, Ukrainian troops successfully repelled 30 attacks in recent days, maintaining control of the area. Meanwhile, Russian forces have concentrated 37,000 soldiers in Kursk, yet their objectives remain unmet. Analysts suggest that poor intelligence and logistical challenges have compounded Russian difficulties, leading to catastrophic casualties. In related developments, North Korean troops have also been deployed to assist Russian forces in the ongoing conflict.