ConflictsRussian FederationWhy Russia's Kursk region is important for Ukraine01:53This browser does not support the video element.ConflictsRussian FederationRalph Martin08/20/2024August 20, 2024Ukraine says it isn't trying to take Russia's territory in order to occupy or exploit it. Ukraine wants a buffer zone — territory that Russia needs to cross over if it wants to attack.Copy linkAdvertisement