Ukrainian forces deny Russian claims of end to hostilities in Kursk Oblast

On 21 May, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine refuted claims by Russian representatives that hostilities in Russia’s Kursk Oblast have ended.

Source: General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces on Facebook 

Quote: "The Ukrainian defence forces’ operation in certain areas on the Kursk front continues. Despite challenging conditions, Ukrainian defenders are holding their positions, carrying out their assigned tasks, and inflicting significant losses on the enemy."

Details: According to the General Staff, Russian forces have lost 63,402 troops, including 25,625 killed, since the start of operations on the Kursk front. 

In addition, 971 Russian soldiers have been taken prisoner and 5,664 pieces of Russian weaponry and military equipment have been destroyed or damaged.

Ukrainian units also continue to conduct active operations in certain areas of Russia’s Belgorod Oblast.

Background: Earlier, pro-Kremlin news agencies reported that Vladimir Putin had apparently visited Kursk Oblast "for the first time since the full liberation of the region", although the Armed Forces of Ukraine denied this claim, stating they continue to operate within the territory of the Russian region.

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