Natia Seskuria, an associate fellow at the Royal United Services Institute, emphasized that Ukraine’s political objective is to showcase its capacity to fight for sovereignty rather than aiming to occupy Russian land. This is crucial for demonstrating resilience and strength to its Western allies.
The evacuation of the Glushkovo district, with a significant local population, reflects the intensifying pressure on Russian authorities as Ukrainian forces advance, leading them to preemptively relocate civilians to safeguard against potential threats.
Al Jazeera reporter Alex Gatopoulos noted that the presence of Ukrainian forces in Kursk is making Russian President Vladimir Putin appear weak, leading to domestic criticisms regarding security lapses and reflecting on Russia's military vulnerabilities.
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