Ukraine's Incursion into Russia's Kursk Region Intensifies

Kyiv claims significant territorial gains while Moscow reports halting the advance and mounting drone attacks.

Overview

Ukraine has destroyed multiple Russian pontoon bridges in the Kursk region using US-made HIMARS rocket systems.
Moscow claims to have stopped Ukraine's advance and is pushing back, despite Kyiv's reported successes.
Both sides have experienced significant drone attacks, with Ukraine and Russia intercepting dozens of drones.
Ukraine's parliament has voted to join the International Criminal Court, aiming for accountability for Russian actions.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has strengthened economic ties with China amid ongoing international sanctions.