Oleg Burunov

The Russian Ministry of Defense is conducting an operation to neutralize Ukrainian forces who attempted to invade Russia’s Kursk region. President Vladimir Putin has labeled the incident as a “large-scale provocation by the Kiev regime,” citing indiscriminate attacks on civilian infrastructure. Russian forces have successfully repelled the incursion, preventing Ukrainian advancement.

Acting Governor Aleksey Smirnov reports that the situation is under control, despite casualties and civilians seeking refuge. The conflict has resulted in civilian deaths and injuries, prompting investigations and criminal cases. The attacks are condemned as terrorist acts by Russian authorities.