Zelenskyy: Ukraine has managed to draw about 40,000 Russian troops to Kursk front – video

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reported that about 40,000 Russian troops have been deployed to the Kursk front. Source: Zelenskyy's address Quote: "And separately, the operation in Kursk Oblast.

We have managed to draw about 40,000 Russian troops to this area. Our active actions continue. There is also a replenishment to the POW exchange pool for us, for Ukraine.

All these are important things that influence the overall situation in the war. I thank all our combat brigades, every soldier, sergeant and commander for their bravery."

Details: Zelenskyy also noted that a series of meetings had been held with the military leadership to shape the agenda for negotiations with partners, especially regarding Donetsk Oblast. Quote: "The Ukrainian defence forces have now managed to reduce the invaders' assault potential in Donetsk Oblast.

The situation remains extremely difficult, with heavy fighting taking place on the Kurakhove and Pokrovsk fronts every day."

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