Despite assertions from Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin regarding the encirclement of Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region, Ukrainian military officials have refuted these claims. They confirm that while Ukrainian forces have lost ground recently, they have not been surrounded. The Institute for the Study of War indicates there is no evidence supporting the encirclement narrative. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warns of possible Russian preparations for new attacks in border regions, suggesting a strategic shift by Russia amidst pressures for territorial concessions from Ukraine.
Ukrainian forces have not been encircled by Russian troops, despite claims from Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. Ukrainian authorities confirm no encirclement occurred.
Trump stated he requested Putin to spare Ukrainian troops, referring to potential massacre, while ISW cited no evidence of encirclement in Kursk.
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