Recently, Ukrainian military intelligence revealed that anti-Putin Russian volunteer militias have launched attacks in border regions of Russia without orders from Kyiv. Pro-Ukrainian militias claim to have crossed into the Kursk and Belgorod regions, attacking two oil refineries, just days before the Russian presidential election.
Leading the offensive is former Russian Duma member Ilya Ponomarev, who heads the Freedom of Russia Legion in a joint operation with other groups. The Legion has shared drone footage of their attacks and claims to be engaged in ongoing clashes with Russian forces.
In response, Russia’s Ministry of Defence has declared that they repelled attacks by “Ukrainian terrorist groups” using aircraft, rockets, and artillery. The Kursk Governor has confirmed a shootout in the region, prompting schools to switch to online classes as a precaution.
These developments have raised concerns about the extent of the Kremlin’s control in Russia, with Ukraine’s military intelligence stating that the Russian volunteer groups are acting independently. This indicates a lack of control by the Kremlin in certain regions of Russia, leading to heightened tensions in the area.
As the situation unfolds, World News Live will continue to provide updates on the clashes between Ukrainian and Russian forces in the border regions, shedding light on the complex dynamics at play in this volatile region.
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