Ukraine Denies Putin's Claims of Kursk Offensive

Ukrainian officials have firmly denied Russian President Vladimir Putin's claims of a large-scale offensive from the Kursk region into Ukraine, labeling it as disinformation. Dmytro Lykhovyi, spokesperson for the Ukrainian General Staff, reported that while there were 12 combat engagements recorded, the Russian attempts to advance were repelled. The Center for Countering Disinformation in Ukraine corroborated this, stating that no significant Russian military capability exists in the area for such an offensive. In contrast, Putin asserted that Russian troops had crossed into Ukrainian territory, a claim met with skepticism from Ukrainian officials. Recent reports indicate that Ukrainian forces have made territorial gains in the Kursk region, further complicating Russia's military efforts. As the conflict continues, misinformation remains a key element in the narrative surrounding the events in the region.