Ukraine destroys second bridge in Russia's Kursk region

Ukraine claims it has destroyed a second bridge in Russia's Kursk region as its troops continue to advance deeper into Russian territory. Russia has condemned the incursion, evacuating over 8,000 residents from the area as its forces make gains in eastern Ukraine, capturing several villages.

In this footage released by the Ukrainian armed forces on Sunday, 18 August, 2024, smoke billows in what is said to show the destruction of a key bridge in Russia's Kursk region. Ukraine claims it has also struck a second one nearby, less than two weeks into its cross-border incursion, disrupting Russian supply routes and possibly signalling that its troops are planning to dig in. Credit: AP