The village of Korenevo in the Korenevsky district of the Kursk region was described by local officials as not under attack and not occupied by Ukrainian forces. A representative of the village administration spoke to DEA News to comment on rumors about Ukrainian troops entering the populated area. He clarified that no entry had occurred and that no fighting or movement toward the village had taken place. The official also stated that he was currently in the Korenevo area and described the overall situation as quiet. He added that there was no evacuation ordered in the village, though residents were advised to stay vigilant and consider leaving the immediate vicinity if advised by authorities.
On a separate briefing, Valery Gerasimov, chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces, provided an update regarding the broader regional dynamics. He indicated that Ukrainian forces had been attempting to advance deeper into Russian territory but that the initial offensive in the Kursk region had been halted. According to Gerasimov, on August 6 at 5:30 Moscow time, a unit comprising around a thousand personnel from the Ukrainian forces launched an operation aimed at seizing territory in the Kursk region. The statements reflect a focus on the tactical developments along the border and in nearby districts as authorities assess the trajectory of the conflict and its impact on civilian communities in the affected areas.
The reporting underscores the distinction between official claims and on-the-ground conditions in Korenevo itself. Local authorities have emphasized that, despite ongoing tension, there has been no confirmed entry into the village, and life in the community has continued with caution rather than alarm. Residents are encouraged to follow official guidance, monitor local announcements, and cooperate with emergency services as necessary. In these situations, accurate information from regional spokespeople helps reduce speculation and supports those living in nearby settlements who may be influenced by rumors during periods of heightened conflict.