Ukrainian soldiers describe cautious coexistence with Russian civilians in Kursk region

Ukrainian soldiers report that several thousand Russian civilians remain in areas occupied by Ukraine in the Kursk region. These civilians, mostly elderly, face difficult living conditions with no electricity or phone service, relying on their own resources or aid from Ukrainian forces. The soldiers describe a shift in local attitudes, noting that initial fear has turned into cautious coexistence. Some residents now approach Ukrainian troops for humanitarian aid, although soldiers remain wary of potential repercussions from their interactions. Ukrainian officials claim that Russian forces have bombarded the area, resulting in civilian casualties. The Ukrainian army has invited international organizations to assess the situation, but Russia has dismissed the incursion as a crisis that will be resolved.