**Ukraine Strikes Russian Command Center**
The Ukrainian military has attacked a Russian command center in the Kursk Oblast region of Russia. According to a Telegram post, Ukraine’s Armed Forces conducted a precise strike on Maryino, Kursk Oblast, taking steps to minimize harm to civilians.
The General Staff said the attack aims to disrupt Russia’s ability to carry out terrorist acts against Ukrainian civilians. The statement also vowed to continue operations to destroy Russian military command centers. This move is seen as part of Ukraine’s ongoing efforts to retake control over occupied territories.
**Background on Kursk Oblast**
In August 2024, Ukraine launched an invasion of Kursk Oblast and captured several villages, including the city of Sudzha. The area remains under Ukrainian control. According to a map by the Deep State, Ukraine currently occupies 481.94 sq.km of Russian territory.
**Regional Tensions Rise**
Despite warnings from Russia that such actions would have severe consequences, no significant retaliation has occurred so far. However, recent incidents like cyberattacks and sabotage attempts linked to pro-Russian actors highlight the growing complexity of security challenges facing Europe.