Ukrainian forces have launched a significant incursion into the Russian regions of Bryansk and Kursk, marking the most substantial advance into Russian territory since the war began. Russian officials reported that Ukrainian troops attempted to cross into the Bryansk region but were repelled by Russian border guards and special forces. In the Kursk region, Ukraine claims to control nearly 100 settlements, although U.S. officials express concern over Kyiv’s ability to maintain supply lines and avoid overextending its forces. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the capture of additional settlements in Kursk, while Ukrainian troops continue to face Russian counterattacks in eastern Ukraine. Concurrently, Russia has launched extensive drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, resulting in significant civilian and infrastructure damage. The ongoing conflict has drawn parallels to historical battles in the Kursk region, highlighting the strategic importance of the current operations.