Putin orders return of Kursk region before Trump's inauguration - Telegraph.


Russian President plans to regain control of the Kursk region before Trump's inauguration
According to British intelligence, Russia has sent a large number of troops to the border to reclaim lost territories before Trump's term begins. Furthermore, Russia plans to increase kamikaze drone attacks on Ukrainian positions. According to the agreement, Russia may enlist conscripts from North Korea for military operations in the Kursk region.
Ukrainian analysts are concerned about a Russian counterattack and the strengthening of its positions. Western diplomats also express concern about the rapid seizure of territory before Trump's inauguration.
According to The Telegraph, Russia has increased the number of attacks on the front lines after a counter-offensive in the Kursk region. The Ukrainian Armed Forces have targeted buildings suspected to be housing North Korean troops in the Kursk region.
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