Ukrainian troops successfully repelled an attack by Russian sabotage and assault groups that attempted to use a gas pipeline to establish a foothold near the town of Sudzha in Russia’s Kursk region. The Ukrainian General Staff confirmed the engagement on March eighth and released footage of the battle.
The attack occurred as Russian forces pushed south of Sudzha, attempting to breach the Russia Ukraine border near Ukraine’s Sumy region. Ukrainian troops fighting in Kursk reported on March seventh that Russia had disrupted supply chains for ammunition and food, putting them at risk of encirclement.
After spotting Russian special forces near the pipeline, Ukrainian airborne assault troops launched a counterattack using missiles, artillery, and drones. The Ukrainian military stated that Russian forces in the Sudzha area suffered heavy losses and were being detected, blocked, and destroyed.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Sudzha, Kursk region, Russia |
| Attack Method | Russian forces used gas pipeline for cover |
| Ukrainian Response | Missiles, artillery, and drones |
| Reported Russian Losses | Heavy |
| Russian Forces Involved | Regular troops and North Korean soldiers |
| Status | Ukrainian forces maintain control |
The Ukrainian General Staff reported that Ukrainian troops repelled 44 Russian attacks in Kursk over the past 24 hours. Meanwhile, Russian military officials described the fighting as particularly intense in areas around Sudzha, including Korenevo, Novoivanovka, and Malaya Loknya.
Ukraine’s military acknowledged the difficult situation but stated that the front remains under control. Ukrainian forces also reported that Russian troops had deployed North Korean soldiers in the attack.
Ukraine initially launched a cross border incursion into Kursk in August 2024. After six months of intense fighting, Russian forces claim they have regained control of 64 percent of the region. Kyiv continues to hold ground in the area, maintaining a strategic position that could serve as leverage in potential peace negotiations.
Ukraine releases video of Russian attack via gas pipeline in Kursk Oblast
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