In Moscow on March 14, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev warned that Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region of Russia will face severe consequences if they persist in combat. Following a request from U.S. President Donald Trump to spare the Ukrainian soldiers, Russian President Vladimir Putin assured their safety if they surrendered.
Medvedev acknowledged Putin's gesture as humane but cautioned Ukraine that if they choose not to surrender, they would face systematic and merciless destruction. He indicated that Kyiv's decision in the imminent hours will reveal its stance.