Ukraine Claims Captured Russian Soldiers in Kursk

Ukrainian forces have launched a significant offensive into Russia's Kursk region, reportedly capturing around 400 square miles of territory within a week. The Russian Defence Ministry has released videos showing captured Ukrainian soldiers, while Ukraine has countered by releasing footage of Russian prisoners of war, including members of the Akhmat special forces. Ukrainian POWs indicated that their operations were intended to gain leverage in potential peace negotiations with Russia. President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that the war is now 'coming home' to Russia, leading to mass evacuations in the Kursk and Belgorod regions. The offensive has prompted a notable military response from Russia, which has deployed additional troops and resources to counter the incursion. The situation remains fluid, with ongoing combat reported along the entire front line.