They surprised the hell out of Russia with this one last gambit, as their forces lose on all major fronts. “War does not determine who is right—only who is left.” Bertrand Russell
A chilling video has emerged, casting light on the aftermath of a powerful Ukrainian strike deep within Russia’s Kursk region. The footage, circulating widely online, captures a haunting scene: military trucks reduced to charred shells, and lifeless bodies strewn among them. This stark imagery is the latest indication that Ukraine’s cross-border operations are not just penetrating further but inflicting substantial damage on Russian troops.
The daytime video, confirmed by various sources, shows a convoy of military vehicles in the village of Oktyabrskoye, situated just 8 kilometers east of Rylsk. Some of the trucks lie completely burned out, others remain untouched yet grimly filled with fallen soldiers. The video, shared by Russian bloggers and independent outlets, is said to document the aftermath of a Ukrainian offensive from the previous night—a strike that underscores Kyiv’s escalating strategy to push its forces deeper into Russian territory.
Apparently the Ukrainians may have hit a Russian airfield in Lipetsk? These are unconfirmed reports.
That said, I thought the push into into Kursk region was a head fake to draw assets from the front. That said, apparently if the Russians don’t do that Ukraine will keep going. pic.twitter.com/pAi5h8JF9P
— Curious Hobbit (@skepticalhobbit) August 9, 2024
This latest operation comes mere days after Ukraine made a bold incursion into Russia, catching many by surprise and prompting the Kremlin to declare a region-wide state of emergency. The ripple effects of this strike have been captured in various online forums, painting a picture of intensifying conflict across a swath of Russian territory once considered secure.
Telegram channels buzzing with activity have reported skirmishes near Korenevo, around 30 miles northwest of Sudzha, and ongoing clashes in the vicinity of Malaya Loknya and other nearby villages. Reports indicate that Ukrainian forces are challenging Russian control in these areas, pressing their advantage despite Russian reinforcements.
Yet, Russia is not standing idle. In what has been one of the most lethal attacks in recent weeks, a Russian missile struck a supermarket in Kostiantynivka, eastern Ukraine, killing at least 14 people and injuring many more. The attack, likely a retaliatory measure, came as Moscow faced setbacks on the battlefield. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky swiftly condemned the strike, stressing that Russia would be held accountable and reaffirming Ukraine’s commitment to defending its people.
🚨The Lipetsk airbase (in Russia) was not the primary target, but the industrial half of the city. A large number of coordinated attacks are taking place this week. In addition, Ukrainian troops continue to advance on the Kursk front.#Russia #Ukraine #Kursk pic.twitter.com/oH8h8ijynj
— Eren 𝕮🇹🇷 (@Eren50855570) August 9, 2024
Further complicating the situation, reports have surfaced of a significant Ukrainian attack on a Russian airfield in Lipetsk, located even deeper inside Russian territory than Kursk. Ukrainian sources claim the operation targeted an ammunition depot, resulting in a massive explosion and a raging fire. The Lipetsk emergency ministry later confirmed the fire but provided few details.
Meanwhile, Russia’s defense ministry announced the interception and destruction of a large number of Ukrainian drones—75 in total—including several shot down over Kursk, Belgorod, and other regions. This drone activity underscores Ukraine’s expanding capabilities and its determination to strike at Russian assets far beyond the front lines.
Near the village of Oktyabrskoye in the Rylsky district of the #Kursk region, the Ukrainian Armed Forces launched a missile strike, presumably on a Russian military convoy. There is a large fire at the site, ammunition is detonating.
Lipetsk under massive UAV attack.
Explosions… pic.twitter.com/H2sFhpDjTP
— East West Group 🇮🇩🇧🇦🇹🇷🇩🇪🇵🇸 (@MoneyMasterGuru) August 9, 2024
Western responses to these aggressive Ukrainian tactics have been notably subdued, with officials expressing a nuanced understanding of Ukraine’s right to defend itself—even when that defense crosses into Russian territory. European and U.S. officials have voiced support for Ukraine’s actions, signaling a broader acceptance of Kyiv’s assertive approach as the conflict evolves.
One thing remains clear, there will be no peace until President Trump is back in office.
Quotes On War
- “The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.” G.K. Chesterton
- “In war, there are no unwounded soldiers.” José Narosky
- “War is what happens when language fails.” Margaret Atwood
- “Only the dead have seen the end of war.” George Santayana
Major Points
- A video reveals devastating Ukrainian strikes on Russian military trucks in the Kursk region, showcasing significant casualties.
- Ukrainian forces push deeper into Russian territory, leading to fierce battles around key villages near Sudzha.
- Russia retaliates with a deadly missile strike on a supermarket in Kostiantynivka, causing multiple civilian casualties.
- Ukrainian forces reportedly destroy an ammunition depot in a significant attack on a Russian airfield in Lipetsk.
- Western officials quietly support Ukraine’s aggressive tactics, recognizing its right to defend itself, even on Russian soil.
Conner T – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
