Over 100 Russian soldiers surrender to Ukraine's armed forces in Kursk region
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In the Kursk region, Ukrainian military forces captured over 100 Russian soldiers when the enemy company surrendered due to being abandoned by their military leadership.
The "Hochu Zhyt" project's press service [" I Want to Live" is a Ukrainian initiative for Russian soldiers seeking to surrender to Ukraine – ed.] reported this.
As noted, more than a hundred Russians left behind by their commanders made a decision and surrendered yesterday, August 14.
"You can understand them; it is difficult to conduct military operations when autocrats and embezzlers command you, and the flanks are "backed up" by Kadyrov bandits who abandon everyone and everything to not be captured themselves," the message emphasized.
The project also mentioned the name of the Russian general Lapin, who in 2022 was responsible for the defense of the Kharkiv region [when it was rapidly de-occupied by Ukrainian troops – ed.] and is now responsible for the defense of Kursk.
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The "Alpha" unit executed the operation, according to sources in the Security Service of Ukraine, who disclosed this information to OBOZ.UA and shared exclusive photos and videos.
This is the most massive capture of the enemy that was carried out once.
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The soldiers from the "Alpha" unit have successfully captured a heavily fortified company stronghold. The stronghold had:
- an intricate network of underground tunnels and rooms,
- a dining area,
- an armory,
- and even a bathhouse.
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Apparently, the enemy had no intention of surrendering, as they had an abundance of provisions and ammunition.
As per reports, special forces managed to apprehend 102 soldiers from the 488th Guards Motorized Rifle Regiment of the Russian Armed Forces and the Akhmat unit.
"We are talking about the capture of rashists [Ukrainian officials and media frequently use the term "rashist" to describe individuals and supporters of the Russian Armed Forces – ed.] in the Kursks region. We are replenishing the exchange fund!" sources added.
Проєкт "Хочу к своим": в Офісі омбудсмена розповіли, як відбуватиметься обмін громадян, які бажають виїхати до росії
For reference:
On the morning of August 6, information appeared on Russian Telegram channels that Ukrainian defenders allegedly broke through the border and entered the territory of the Kursk region, Russia.
The Russian Federation's dictator, Vladimir Putin, recently had a virtual meeting with the acting governor of the Kursk region, Aleksey Smirnov, and encouraged him to stay strong and composed. Additionally, the Russian government has announced plans to provide 10,000 rubles ($116) to residents of the Kursk region who evacuated from high-risk areas.
According to the Washington Post, Ukraine now controls the Sudzha gas measuring station, located approximately 8 kilometers deep in Russia. Russia does not deny this.
On August 12, President Volodymyr Zelensky and Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine's armed forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi, directly confirmed the Ukrainian military's offensive operation in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation for the first time. Currently, Ukrainian troops control about a thousand square kilometers of Russian territory.
It is worth noting that as of August 12, the Ukrainian army controls approximately 44 settlements in the Kursk region of Russia, reports DeepState.
According to Zelensky, Ukraine's armed forces currently control 74 settlements in the Kursk region.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs made it clear that Ukraine has no intention of seizing any territories in Russia's Kursk region. Its main focus is ensuring the safety and well-being of Ukrainian citizens. At the same time, this operation aims to hinder the enemy from sending more troops to the Donetsk region and disrupt their logistical efforts.
