**Russian Forces Make Breakthrough in Ukraine**
Russian forces have made a significant breakthrough south of the Ukrainian-held town of Sudzha. This could threaten to cut off some of the Ukrainian positions in Russia’s Kursk Oblast.
A military source deployed in Kursk Oblast told Ukrainska Pravda that Russian forces had broken through Ukrainian defenses and were trying to stabilize the situation. The source claimed that Ukrainian forces were trying to contain the Russian advance to prevent a partial or complete encirclement.
The breakthrough is said to have occurred between March 5 and 6, according to the source. It was reportedly the result of a gradual and systematic Russian campaign in the area.
**Ukraine Trying to Hold On**
Ukrainian forces are trying to hold on to their positions in Kursk Oblast. They are also attempting to prevent Russian troops from reaching the Ukrainian border south of Sudzha.
The Kyiv Independent could not verify the claims made by the military source. The spokesperson for the Ukrainian group of forces in Kursk Oblast declined to comment.
**Russian Casualties**
Russia has suffered significant casualties in Kursk Oblast, with nearly 40,000 troops killed or wounded, according to Ukraine’s General Staff. This includes over 16,000 killed.
Ukraine launched a surprise cross-border incursion into Kursk Oblast in August 2024. After six months of fighting, Russian troops have regained control of about 64% of the territory in the region.
**International Reaction**
The international community is closely watching the situation in Ukraine. The European Council has pledged continued support for Ukraine and denounced Russian aggression.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will visit South Africa on April 10 to meet with President Cyril Ramaphosa and discuss efforts to end Russia’s war against Ukraine.
**Other News**
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Ukraine launched a surprise cross-border incursion into Kursk Oblast in August 2024. After six months of fighting, Russian troops have regained control of about 64% of the territory in the region.
Norway’s parliamentary leaders agreed on March 6 to increase aid for Ukraine by 50 billion Norwegian krone ($4.6 billion) to a total of 85 billion Norwegian krone ($7.8 billion) in 2025.
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