Ukraine Destroys Key Bridges in Kursk Region

Ukrainian forces have reportedly destroyed or damaged all three bridges over the Seym River in Russia's Kursk region, marking a significant shift in the war's dynamics and boosting morale among Ukraine's population. This incursion into Russian territory, the first since World War II, has the potential to trap Russian forces and slow their response to Ukraine's advances. Satellite images confirm the destruction of a bridge in Glushkovo, with Russian sources admitting to one bridge being completely destroyed and two others damaged. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky noted significant territorial gains since the offensive began on August 6, while Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed retribution against Ukraine. The ongoing conflict has also seen casualties and displacement within affected regions, with reports of Russian state media citing 17 deaths and over 140 injuries. As the situation unfolds, the ultimate outcome of Ukraine's incursion remains uncertain.