Russia has reported a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, claiming that Ukrainian forces have launched an offensive inside Russian territory, specifically targeting the Kursk region.
According to Russian authorities, this marks a notable shift in the dynamics of the conflict, with direct confrontations occurring within Russia's borders. The Russian Defense Ministry alleges that up to 300 Ukrainian troops were involved in the incursion, which was met with resistance from Russian troops and local border guards.
This incident follows a series of attacks on Russian border regions, including Bryansk and Belgorod, which have been occurring since March 2022. The situation remains tense as international observers watch closely for the implications of these developments on the broader conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
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Moscow claims Ukraine has launched offensive inside Russia
Russia’s border regions, particularly Kursk, Bryansk and Belgorod, have come under assault by Ukrainian forces on multiple occasions since March 2022. In most instances, the attacks were led by anti-Putin Russian citizens fighting for Kyiv in military...
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