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Putin Issues Ultimatum to Ukrainian Troops in Kursk.
At a Thursday press conference, Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a stark ultimatum to Ukrainian troops reportedly encircled in the western Kursk region. Following his visit to the region on Wednesday, where he was observed in military attire, Putin stated that Russian forces have effectively trapped Ukrainian soldiers.
Referencing a potential imminent blockade, Putin declared that the only options remaining for the Ukrainian troops would be surrender or death. This warning follows Ukraine’s incursion into Kursk last August and Russia’s subsequent campaign, bolstered by support from North Korean troops, to regain control of the territory. The situation remains tense as Russia continues its military advances.