Ukraine's military incursion into Russia's Kursk region, launched on August 6, aims to create a buffer zone to prevent further Russian attacks and complicate Russian military logistics. Ukrainian forces have made significant advances, capturing key locations such as Korenevo and advancing into northern Martynovka, despite facing fierce Russian resistance. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy emphasized the goal of destroying Russian war potential rather than holding territory. This operation has reportedly captured more territory than Russia did in Ukraine this year, causing chaos and panic among local Russian populations. The incursion has forced Russia to redeploy forces and conduct missile and drone strikes against Ukraine in retaliation. Analysts suggest this move could be potentially humiliating for Russian President Vladimir Putin.