Ukraine launches bold offensive in Russia's Kursk region

Ukrainians are conducting an attack in the Kursk region. Americans are currently refraining from commenting on the situation. "We are trying to understand better what they are doing, what their goals are, what their strategy is," said National Security Council spokesman John Kirby at a press conference.

Since August 6, Ukraine has operated in the Russian Kursk region. Dozens of villages have been occupied, and fighting is taking place in the Sudzha area. Russia had to evacuate 76,000 residents.

National Security Council spokesman John Kirby was asked about the action.

"We are in contact with our Ukrainian counterparts and are trying to better understand what they are doing, what their goals are, what their strategy is," he said.

He emphasized that he would be able to provide more information after discussions when Americans have a better understanding of what Ukrainians are planning.

Kirby was also asked about the use of American weaponry. Some recordings, for example, suggest using HIMARS in the Kursk region.

"There are no changes in our policy regarding American weapons and their use," he said. He recalled that Ukraine could use the weapons for border attacks.

Kirby added that the USA would provide Ukraine with Stinger missiles and ammunition worth 125 million dollars. This is another tranche of the aid package approved by Congress in April 2024.