Ukrainian military operations near the Kursk region are intensifying, according to the latest reports from the General Staff of Ukraine's Armed Forces.
Desperate Aattempt
Since early August 2024, Ukraine has boasted successes in its offensive against Russian positions, prompting the Russian military to respond with significant firepower, including the use of ballistic missiles on its own territory, according to WP.
Recent updates indicate that Russian forces are deploying heavy artillery in an effort to push back Ukrainian advances.
Desperately attempting to halt these incursions, the Russian military has resorted to launching guided airstrikes, hitting their own territory around Kursk.
According to Ukrainian reports, Russian aviation has conducted 16 airstrikes, releasing 27 guided bombs.
Over 100 Iskander Missiles
While the specific types of munitions employed by the Russians are not detailed, it is known that the FAB series of guided bombs is among their preferred weaponry.
Current analyses suggest that the Russian stockpile includes over 100 Iskander-M missiles, which are also utilized for targeting enemy positions.
The FAB bombs, particularly noted for their glide capability and equipped with UMPK guidance modules, allow for precise strikes from distances exceeding 40 kilometers.
Though their precision may lag behind Western systems, the sheer explosive power of these munitions compensates for this shortfall. Available in various weights — 500 kg (about 1,102 lbs), 1500 kg (about 3,307 lbs), and up to 3000 kg (about 6,613 lbs) — the largest FABs contain more than 1500 kg (about 3,307 lbs) of TNT, making them some of the most destructive weapons in the Russian arsenal
