Ukraine Destroys Key Russian Bridge in Kursk Region

Ukrainian forces have launched a surprise operation in the Kursk region of Russia, resulting in the destruction of a critical bridge and the capture of several Russian settlements. According to reports, Russian forces have struggled to mount an effective response to the attack, which is the largest on the country since World War II. Analysts believe that the destruction of the bridge could hinder Russian efforts to respond to the Ukrainian attack. However, the Russian advance towards Pokrovsk has raised doubts about Ukraine's hopes that its cross-border offensive will prompt Moscow to scale back attacks elsewhere on the battlefield. The situation remains fluid, with conflicting information emerging from different sources.