The Ukrainian military is daringly striking Kursk bridges to turn the tide of their fight with Russia. Recent strikes aim to cut off Russian troops’ supply and escape lines between the Seym River and the Ukrainian border. Military analysts say it might shift the game.
Ukrainian troops smashed past Russia’s fortifications earlier this month and soon took important towns and villages, pushing deeper into enemy territory. The destruction of three major bridges puts Russian soldiers at risk of being encircled, a military scenario known as a “kettle.”
Mr. Zelensky has intimated that these strikes are part of Ukraine’s plan to build a “buffer zone” along the border. The offensive is strengthened by exploiting rivers as natural barriers to defend Ukrainian forces from counterattacks.
While the operation’s goals are unknown, this brave move has given the Ukrainian forces hope. Encirclement could force a Russian withdrawal, changing battlefield dynamics. As the world watches, Ukraine’s measured strikes could turn the battle around, showing their tactical skill against a powerful opponent.
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