16 Aug: Unprecedented Victory: Ukrainians TAKE 1,000 km² & 2,000 POWs | War in Ukraine Explained

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Today, there are a lot of updates from the Kursk direction.

The Ukrainian incursion into Russian territory is advancing steadily along four distinct axes, with daily confirmations of new territorial gains by Ukrainian forces.

Two days ago, Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky announced that Ukrainian forces had established control over approximately 1,000 square kilometers of Russian territory within Kursk Oblast, including up to 74 settlements. However, recent reports suggest that this controlled area has expanded significantly. The Ukrainian incursion, meticulously planned along four distinct vectors, has been executed by some of the most elite and battle-hardened brigades in the Ukrainian army, following the military strategy of "striking with their best weapon at the enemy's weakest point."

In the eastern and northwestern directions, Ukrainian forces are focused on encircling the settlement of Korenevo. The 103rd Territorial Defense Brigade is advancing from the south, particularly in the Snagost area, aiming to secure a connection via the highway. Simultaneously, the 82nd Airborne Brigade is making frontal and northern advances towards Korenevo. Additionally, coordinated sabotage and reconnaissance units are actively operating behind Korenevo's lines. Recent Russian reports confirm Ukrainian advances in Snagost, while Ukrainian military analyst Kostyantyn Mashovets noted progress up to the settlement. Geolocated footage published three days ago supports these claims, showing Ukrainian forces operating southeast of Korenevo.

In the northern sector, Ukrainian forces, led by the 80th Airborne Brigade, are advancing toward Lgov along the Sudzha-Lgov road. The extent of their probing raids and the exact locations where they have established permanent control remain unclear. However, it seems confirmed that several small settlements in this zone still contain isolated Russian troops, who may be encircled and awaiting surrender.

It's important to note that the Kursk nuclear power plant, one of the three largest in the Russian Federation, is situated near Lgov. While military analysts generally dismiss the idea that the plant is a direct objective for Ukrainian forces, holding positions within long-range artillery range could still pose a significant threat. This strategic positioning could serve as a valuable leverage point in negotiations, even without the need to capture the facility itself.

In the northwestern sector, the 22nd Brigade is pushing along the R200 road from Sudzha towards the city of Kursk, with reported clashes near Martynovka. Confirmed reports indicate that Russian forces have constructed fortification lines 50 kilometers from the border, running parallel to the E38 road. This defensive move suggests uncertainty on the Russian side regarding when or where they might be able to stabilize the situation, implying that Ukrainian-controlled territory could still expand significantly.

In the eastern sector, Ukrainian forces, led by the 92nd Mechanized Brigade, are executing a pincer movement on both sides of the Psel River, targeting the area around the Belitsa and Giri settlements. Their primary objective is to secure control of two key bridges, which serve as the main river crossings in the region. These bridges are crucial for facilitating any larger troop movements, especially those involving mechanized forces.

In several of these Russian localities, Ukrainian forces appear to be employing the same tactic used near the border crossings: encircling settlements to force Russian troops to surrender. The element of surprise, combined with inadequate defensive preparations and the inexperience of many Russian soldiers caught in the initial stages, has significantly contributed to these surrenders. Moreover, the clear disconnection of these troops from Russian support in the north has further weakened their resolve. This is evident from the numerous videos that have surfaced in recent days, showing Russian forces laying down their arms.

Just a few days ago, the number of prisoners of war was estimated at around a thousand. However, recent analyses suggest that this figure may now be approaching 2,000. This development delivers a significant blow to the image of Russian forces and provides Ukraine with a valuable asset for future prisoner exchanges. Due to platform restrictions, uncensored...

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[Bonjour-World]

Putin said he wanted a 'buffer area'. Ukraine is establishing that 'buffer area' for him.

[sockMonster]

Turns out one CAN simply walk into Mordor.

[johnfsenpai]

From "we'll take Kyiv in 3 days" to losing 1000 km² of land in a week

[nazgul_of_angmar]

Thanks for all you do, from Italy. Ad Victoriam!

[danboyd]

Ukraine will be selling surplus Russian combat rifles.
Never fired and only dropped once.

[Gabriel]

An underrated aspect is that this also puts war closer to the general Russian public.

I don‘t want civilians to die of course, but I think them feeling the pressure and knowing that it isn’t just a war that happens abroad, but a war that could come to them or their friends and families might help in making people that were neutral critical of the war and those that were slightly negative more vocal.

[bikkiikun]

What strikes me the most, is the fact that Ukraine was able to keep the planning and preparations of this so quiet... and/or how able they were to mislead Russian command. I mean, this is not the first time, that Ukraine caught the Russians with their pants down.

[segalliongaming]

Remember when all the Z-trolls claimed that Ukraine had no soldiers left, while PooTin was saving his strongest forces for later? Remember when the Z-trolls thought that RuZZia was safe behind PooTin’s “red lines”? Those were the days …

[covrtdesign]

To be able to push this offensive in multiple fronts with your best and most hardened units and you reserve forces and newer recruits are still holding the defense in the rest of the country pretty much as they were before the offensive started.
That alone is incredibly impressive.

[ramjet]

This is one of the best videos I've ever watched by Reporting from Ukraine.
Thank you so much for your deadly accurate reporting.
Its the real deal compared to the
some of the other "want a be' reporters on the Ukraine war"
who really don't have a clue by comparison.

[warwolf]

Ukrainian Op Sec is pretty good. No one outside of AFU senior command knows what the real goals are. Well done.

[lawrencenabozniak]

You may also mention that this invasion by Ukraine is a terrible blow to Putin's image and words and I think it's another crack in the facade of Russian might.

[akend]

The Kremlin should recognize the Kursk and Belgorod People’s Republics as sovereign and independent nations!

[ramjet]

The whole world is wishing Ukraine the best.
Watching Russian responses is classic Russian madness.

[kashmir]

crazy how much territory ukraine gained when russian soldiers aren’t being FORCED to give up their life

[christophercharles]

The Ukrainians are showing the Russians what a special military operation is.

[randydawson]

The People of Ukraine, your Heroic Warriors and your Amazing Leader President Zelenski...."Never Give up, Never Despair." We all stand by your side in Support, Prayers and Hope...God Bless Ukraine from the UK

[markog]

Zelenski just went around the Maginot.
Everyone has been comparing the front to WWI for years, now we see the power of Blitzkreig tactics in action

[paulpanter]

With overwhelming superiority, the Red Army went into battle for the Minsk-Moscow highway in 1943, especially between Vitebsk and Orsha. Their losses were 14 times the German defenses, more than 530, 000 soldiers.
It became an example of incompetent leadership.
Today's Russian army acts in good tradition.