The Stalled Russian Military Operation in Kursk

The Russian military operation aimed at capturing key locations in Kursk, specifically the Kuz nuclear power plant and the town of Kurchatov, has not achieved its goals as expected. Despite initial plans to complete this operation by mid-August, recent developments indicate that Russia is struggling to gain significant ground and has been building fortifications instead. Ukrainian forces are reportedly incurring heavy losses, including armored vehicles and personnel, and the likelihood of a successful Russian advance towards these objectives appears increasingly distant. The discussions surrounding Zelensky's intention to establish a buffer zone confirm that the Ukrainian offensive has reached a critical halt.