**No Threat of Encirclement in Kursk Oblast, Syrskyi Says**
Ukrainian units are not under threat of encirclement in Russia‘s Kursk Oblast, Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi stated on March 10. This comes after reports that Russian and North Korean troops launched an attack on the Ukrainian-held town of Sudzha in Kursk Oblast.
**Russian Breakthrough South of Sudzha**
Russian forces have made a breakthrough south of the Ukrainian-held town of Sudzha, potentially threatening to cut off some of the Ukrainian positions in the region. This development has raised concerns about the Ukrainian operation in Kursk Oblast, which has been ongoing since August 2024.
**Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief Reassures**
Syrskyi reassured that there is currently no threat of encirclement of Ukrainian units in Kursk Oblast. He stated that the units are taking timely measures to maneuver to favorable defense lines. Syrskyi also added that Ukraine controls the situation on the border between Sumy and Kursk oblasts.
**Russian Losses Mount**
According to Syrskyi, Russia has been suffering heavy losses both in personnel and equipment. He noted that near the village of Plekhove, Russian forces lost an infantry battalion in four days of fighting.
**Ukraine Reinforces Troops**
In response to the situation, Ukraine’s commander-in-chief decided to reinforce Ukrainian troops in Kursk Oblast with necessary forces and means, including electronic warfare and drones.
**US Cuts Off Military Support**
The development comes amid reports that the US has cut off military and intelligence support for Ukraine. This decision is allegedly meant to push Kyiv to the negotiating table.