On March 15, it became known that the Armed Forces of Ukraine left the city of Sudzh in Kursk region, which is now marked on the official map of the operation as under the control of Russia . This was confirmed by the General Staff of Ukraine , noting that the Ukrainian forces had taken more favorable positions for further fighting.
What caused the retreat?
The exit from Sudzhi became part of the strategy of the Ukrainian military aimed at preserving the lives of personnel and strengthening defense positions in other areas. The official summary of the General Staff does not detail all the reasons, but it is known that this tactic is part of the general strategy of defense forces of Ukraine, which also includes abandonment of excessive losses in certain areas of the front.
How does the situation look on the front map?
According to the ISW (Institute for the Study of War) , on March 12, the seizure of Sudzhi by Russian troops was reported, which was confirmed through geolocation. These personnel indicate that the city really ceased to be under the control of Ukraine. According to DeepState , the front line was also updated, which reflected these changes.
The situation in the Kursk direction
Despite the departure of defense forces from Sudzhi, the enemy continues to try to break through the defense of the Ukrainian forces. March 15, 17 combatants took place in the Kursk direction , which indicates a constant tension on this front. However, the situation remains under the control of the Ukrainian military in other sectors, which allows you to maneuver and strengthen their position.
The importance of retreat: the opinion of experts
According to the veteran of the Russian-Ukrainian war, the main reserve of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Alexei Hetman , the departure from the judge can be not only a tactical step, but also part of a larger strategy agreed with international partners, including the United States of America . Such retreat tactics may be related to strategic requirements and aims to minimize losses and strengthen positions for future offensive operations.
What's next?
Despite the loss of the judges, the Ukrainian forces continue to keep control over important areas in other areas, and departure from the city is part of a reasonable tactic of adaptation to a constantly changing situation on the front. It is expected that the fighting will continue in the next weeks, and the situation in the Kursk region will remain at a high level of stress.
