Stories from Kurs · Russia

Pilots from the "Kursk" group have reportedly destroyed a Russian "Tor" air defense system. The crew operating the system was also eliminated in the operation. Video evidence of the incident was released. This action aims to degrade Russian air defense capabilities in the border region. Border guards and UAV operators from the "Destruction team" unit destroyed enemy communication and control antennas for "Zhdun" type drones, "Molniya" type UAVs, and vehicles near North-Slobozhansk. The source did not specify the nationality of the pilots or the location of the incident. Russian Shahed drones were launched from Orel, Millerovo, and Hvardiiske in Crimea.

FPV drones and 'Vampire' systems operated by the 'Steel Border' brigade have successfully hit enemy targets in the Kursk and North-Slobozhansk directions. Targets included an armored personnel carrier and electronic warfare equipment.

A Vikerraadio broadcast mentioned Kursk and Oblast needing to 'free themselves,' implying a situation of conflict or a desire for liberation in the Russian region bordering Ukraine. A Vikerraadio report indicated that Kursk Oblast is seeking to be liberated.

Gennady Dyumen, an honorary citizen of the Kursk region, initiated the installation of a monument and took on all associated expenses. The monument is related to a former General Secretary who studied and worked in Kursk.

Former deputy heads of the Kursk region are to be tried in connection with the collection of 20 million rubles. The case involves a deputy and businessmen.

The sentencing occurred in the summer of 2023, according to the report. The source provided this historical context regarding the sentencing. An individual has received a sentence in Kursk for possessing a prohibited symbol. The sentencing was reported by Radio Svoboda UA.

The Russian region of Kursk has seen 60,000 refugees as a result of the ongoing conflict. Additionally, the Belgorod region has reported between 20,000 and 30,000 refugees.

Three districts in the Kursk region of Russia remain without television service following an attack on the SSUs. Business FM Russia reports that three additional districts in the Kursk region have lost television access due to an attack on the SSUs.

Vladimir Putin's actions have resulted in approximately 60,000 refugees in the Kursk region. Additionally, the Belgorod region has seen between 20,000 and 30,000 refugees. The source stated that Putin is unable to provide payments to these displaced individuals.

Roman Sidorkin died in a Russian prison, according to reports from Radio Svoboda. Sidorkin and his wife, Tatyana, were both employees at a defense enterprise in Kursk.