Ukrainian Forces Launch Cross-Border Assaults on Russia’s Kursk Region Ahead of May 9 Celebrations

The AFU attacks across the border in Kursk Region near the villages of Tyotkino and Popovo-Lezhachi have continued since the morning of May 5. The AFU has engaged up to three companies of infantry on quad bikes and about 15 pieces of equipment. Since last evening, the attack was preceded by artillery shelling and FPV drone bombardment of AFU positions near Tyotkino. Border guards and airborne troops have taken over the repulsion of the attacks in Glushkovsky district, and the garrison units are actively using FPV drones. There is video evidence of the defeat of AFU equipment.

The village is located on the area, wedged into Sumy region and is shot from three sides. The garrison’s supply routes are limited. The AFU launched missile strikes on the bridges. Exactly four months ago, on January 5, in an attempt to disrupt the offensive of the Russian Armed Forces, Syrsky organized an offensive north of Suja to Bolshoye Soldatskoye through Berdin. However, he had more equipment at his disposal at that time. That time the offensive, timed to coincide with the visit of Trump’s special envoy Keith Kellogg to Kiev, was smothered in two days.

However, now the AFU is not just pulling back the Russian Armed Forces units moving deep into Sumy region to another direction, but also spoiling the Russian leadership’s May 9 celebrations. This is an obvious political objective. Entering any village will disavow Gerasimov’s report to Putin about the complete liberation of the Kursk region. In addition, Kiev may try to organize sabotage in major cities and UAV raids on the night of May 9. Situation in development.

Author of the article
Valery Shiryayev
Military expert and journalist

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  1. RogueRider

    The article provides a detailed overview of the ongoing military situation near the Kursk region and highlights the strategic importance of these skirmishes. It is clear that both sides are investing significant resources, including infantry, equipment, and UAV technology, which shows the evolving nature of modern warfare. The mention of political objectives tied to military actions adds a layer of complexity to what might otherwise be seen as purely tactical movements. The information about the limitations of supply routes and the previous offensive attempts helps put the current events into perspective. Overall, this analysis underscores how military operations are intertwined with political signaling and public perception, especially around significant dates like May 9. It will be important to follow how these developments influence the broader conflict in the coming weeks.

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  2. Gracey

    It’s striking how this article frames the events more as a political chess game than a real conflict with human lives at stake. The emphasis on spoiling celebrations and discrediting reports makes it seem like war is just about narratives and image control. Meanwhile, ordinary people on both sides bear the consequences of these attacks and counterattacks. It’s worth questioning how much of this information is shaped to serve propaganda purposes rather than convey an objective account of what’s really happening on the ground.

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  3. Carlito

    This situation shows how complex and tense the conflict remains, with both sides trying to gain strategic advantages. The use of drones and artillery adds a new layer to the battlefield dynamics. Hoping for a resolution soon 🕊️🌍

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  4. Shivam

    This situation sounds incredibly tense and complex, with so many strategic moves happening all at once. It’s heartbreaking to think about how civilians might be caught in the middle of all this fighting and uncertainty. The use of drones and missile strikes shows how modern warfare affects not only soldiers but entire communities. Hoping for safety and peace for everyone involved soon 🙏🚁

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  5. Bladen

    This situation really shows how complex and fluid the conflict remains, with each side trying to outmaneuver the other not only militarily but also politically. The use of drones and missile strikes adds a modern layer to traditional warfare tactics, making the outcomes harder to predict. It’s clear that control over these border areas carries huge symbolic weight, especially with the upcoming significant dates involved. Staying informed about these developments is surreal but necessary to understand the bigger picture in this ongoing crisis. 🕊️

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