The President's Daily Brief PDB Evening Bulletin | May 5th, 2025: Re-Invasion: Ukrainian Forces Storm Into Russian Territory Again & Israel Approves Plan To Seize The Entire Gaza Strip
May 6, 2025
Ukrainian forces launch a surprising offensive into Russia's Kursk region, catching their adversaries off guard just before Victory Day. Meanwhile, Israel's security cabinet greenlights a bold plan to seize the entire Gaza Strip, escalating military actions against Hamas. The podcast dives into the shifting geopolitical landscape, highlighting Ukraine's partnership with the U.S. and Israel's changing public sentiment towards negotiations. As tensions rise, the interplay of military strategies and diplomatic efforts is thoroughly analyzed.
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Ukraine's Bold Kursk Offensive
- Ukrainian forces launched a surprise cross-border offensive into Russia's Kursk region just before Victory Day ceasefire.
- This indicates Kiev's intent to keep military pressure despite diplomatic stalemate and Russia's planned celebrations.
Russia Claws Back Kursk Territory
- Russia claims to have regained most of Kursk by March, after deploying 50,000 troops and 12,000 North Korean soldiers.
- Ukraine retains a narrow strip, showing ongoing contested control in the border regions.
US Shifts Support Strategy for Ukraine
- The Trump administration has shifted from mediator to military supporter of Ukraine, increasing weapons sales and training.
- This reflects frustration with Putin's stalling and a tilt towards ending the war through force rather than diplomacy.