Ukrainian Incursion into Russia's Kursk Region
Ukrainian troops crossed the border into Russia's Kursk region, causing a state of emergency. The incursion led to conflict and Russian soldiers being taken hostage. Despite Russian claims of stopping the attack, the situation remains tense.
Key Points
- Ukrainian troops crossed the border into the Kursk region of Russia
- Conflict ensued, with Russian soldiers taken hostage
- State of emergency declared by Governor Alexei Smirnov
- Significant threat posed to Kremlin due to Sudzha town being a gas hub and transit point for Russian pipelines entering Europe