Newsweek's map shows how the front line in the Kursk region has developed over the last eight months. The Russian and Ukrainian defense ministries have been contacted for comment. This image from ...

Russian war bloggers published maps showing Ukrainian forces trying to push over the border in two places towards Tyotkino.

You can get in touch with John by emailing [email protected] Ukraine has launched a surprise new cross-border incursion into Russia's Kursk region, with battlefield maps showing reported advances.

Ukrainian officials disputed the claim, saying their forces continue to hold back Russian troops in the Kursk sector.