What’s happening in Kursk? A whole lot of Putin’s B.S.

He is just getting started. Expect more.

Over the past few weeks — may be even months — I’ve been focusing not on Ukraine winning the war in Kursk, or Russia gaining an advantage, or any other military outcomes. My emphasis has been on the “misinformation” surrounding the war.

So far, we’ve only scratched the surface, but soon it will reveal itself fully. Please prepare, as the first wave of Putin’s intensified propaganda campaign is now underway, with him leading the charge.

According to Putin, “Russian forces have encircled 2,000 Ukrainian troops in an area roughly six by fifteen kilometers.” He also claimed that Russian forces would ensure the safety of Ukrainian prisoners of war (POWs).

LOL.

The Kursk terrain is particularly challenging for Russia to execute envelopment operations, given its openness on multiple fronts. Ukraine could counter from various directions if trouble arises in any sector, potentially rebalancing the lines.

However, isolating a brigade-sized force is still feasible at the edges.

Notably, Russia’s 155th Naval Infantry Brigade faced a similar predicament just a week ago. Russian forces swiftly reinforced the area with multiple VDV brigades to…