Ukrainian Forces Withdraw from Sudzha in Russia's Kursk Region After 218 Days; Russian Forces Advance

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Updated Mar 12, 2025, 02:03 PM

Ukrainian forces have reportedly withdrawn from the town of Sudzha in Russia's Kursk region, ending their 218-day occupation that began in August 2024. The retreat comes as Russian forces have advanced into the center of the town, entering from multiple axes and taking control of Sovetskaya Square opposite the House of Culture. The withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Sudzha and the broader Kursk region has been confirmed by the Russian National Guard, which stated that Ukrainian forces are retreating without significant resistance. The Russian military has been actively engaging the retreating Ukrainian units, using drones and other military equipment to press their advantage. The situation in Kursk has been escalating, with Russian forces claiming to have liberated several settlements in the region. The advance into Sudzha is part of a broader Russian counteroffensive aimed at reclaiming territories lost to Ukraine since August 2024. The Ukrainian military has not officially confirmed the withdrawal, but reports from both sides suggest that Kyiv's forces are pulling back to avoid encirclement.

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Douggie Fukkew

@MrFukkew

Ukrainian Army completely withdrew from Sudzha in Kursk region (western Russia), Ukrainian OSINT group Deep State reports. Sudzha's been under Ukrainian control for 218 days. Ukraine became the 1st country in the history of mankind to occupy the territory of a nuclear power. 1/2 https://t.co/7zdBto6yJB

East_Calling

@East_Calling

The first footage from the center of Sudzha, which was regained by the Russian military. Via https://t.co/7AdAgqjL7e https://t.co/108G22rhKi https://t.co/B5Et6ieWTo

The Moscow Times

@MoscowTimes

Russian forces continue to gain ground in the Kursk region, putting Ukraine’s forces at risk of encirclement. The loss of Kursk territories would potentially weaken Kyiv's position in peace negotiations to end the war. https://t.co/o8AWTdz5tC