Russia's Kursk Operation Enters Final Stage, US Plans Ceasefire Talks

The battle for Russia's Kursk Oblast is reaching a critical phase as reports indicate that Ukrainian forces are withdrawing from key positions amid intensified Russian advances. Russian Chief of Staff General Valery Gerasimov announced that operations to expel Ukrainian troops from the region have entered their final stage, with Russia claiming to have recaptured significant territory, including the strategic town of Sudzha. U.S. President Donald Trump recently stated that American negotiators are in Moscow for ceasefire talks, following Ukraine's agreement to a 30-day truce. However, Ukrainian military officials suggest that some units remain in Sudzha despite Russian claims to have fully secured the town. The situation is further complicated by ongoing military operations and reported heavy losses on both sides, with Ukrainian forces reportedly cut off from supplies and reinforcements. As the dynamics shift, both nations are poised to negotiate, with the Kremlin potentially leveraging its recent territorial gains in any discussions.