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Russia's top military general, Valery Gerasimov, has instructed troops to continue establishing buffer zones in Ukraine's Sumy and Kharkiv regions to protect Russian border areas, despite Ukraine's opposition and accusations of illegal land grabs. The move follows recent Russian gains and President Putin's emphasis on the importance of these zones for security, amid ongoing conflict and Ukrainian resistance.
Russian officials, including Putin and Gerasimov, continue to claim significant battlefield gains and pursue maximalist war aims in Ukraine, despite evidence of slow progress and exaggerated claims. Zelensky signals willingness to negotiate, but Russia rejects key security guarantees. Additionally, Russia has made limited incursions into NATO territory and increased military activities in Belarus, while Ukrainian forces conduct strikes against Russian targets across Ukraine. The situation remains tense with ongoing military and diplomatic developments.