ISW: Russian forces advance near Toretsk, Ukrainian defenses hold in Kursk

ISW's October 13 assessment reports continued Russian offensive operations in eastern Ukraine, with confirmed tactical gains near Toretsk, while Ukrainian forces maintain defensive lines in the Kursk salient. The report indicates no major operational breakthrough, but steady attritional pressure on Ukrainian positions. This matters as it reflects the ongoing stalemate and grinding nature of the conflict, with no imminent resolution.