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Ukrainian forces are fighting a Russian attempt to break through in the Sumy region, amid ongoing tensions and diplomatic efforts involving the US, Ukraine, and Russia, with no clear breakthrough in peace negotiations and continued Russian territorial ambitions.
Ukrainian forces are fighting to repel a Russian attempt to break through in the Sumy region, amid reports of Russian forcibly relocating civilians from Hrabovske and capturing nearby villages, as Russia makes incremental gains in eastern Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict and drone and missile attacks.
Russian forces reportedly crossed into Ukraine in the Sumy region, capturing about 50 residents, mostly elderly, and establishing a foothold in several villages amid ongoing shelling; Ukrainian authorities are evacuating residents from border areas.
Ukraine is actively resisting a new Russian incursion in the Sumy region amid ongoing peace negotiations involving the US, Europe, and Ukraine, with recent drone attacks on Odesa causing significant damage and casualties. Diplomatic efforts continue in Florida, with discussions on security guarantees and peace plans, while Zelenskyy emphasizes the importance of territorial integrity and increased pressure on Russia from the US.
Ukraine has ordered the evacuation of 213 villages in the Sumy region near the Russian border amid fears of a new Russian ground assault, as Russia claims to have captured villages and massed troops nearby. Diplomatic efforts continue with planned peace talks in Istanbul, though Ukraine remains skeptical of Russia's peace proposals, which may include territorial concessions and halting military aid. The conflict persists with ongoing fighting, diplomatic negotiations, and international mediation efforts.
Russia is amassing over 50,000 troops near Ukraine's Sumy region, with concerns of a potential offensive, as Ukraine and Western officials warn of escalating military tensions and mobilizations along the border, amid ongoing conflict and Russian efforts to establish a security buffer zone.
Russian forces are advancing in Ukraine's Sumy region, seizing villages and potentially creating a buffer zone along the border, as part of Moscow's strategic plan to support border areas and distract Ukrainian forces from the main conflict in Donbas. Despite slow progress and Ukrainian defenses, the situation remains tense with ongoing attacks and evacuations, but a major breakthrough in Sumy appears unlikely in the near future.
A 41-year-old woman from Myropillya, Sumy region, who was injured during Russian artillery shelling, died in a hospital. The shelling damaged two private houses, outbuildings, and a car. The attack was carried out using prohibited methods of warfare, violating international law. Russian troops also shelled three other communities in the Sumy region, resulting in almost fifty explosions.
Russian forces shelled border areas of Sumy region in Ukraine 12 times, with a total of 59 explosions recorded. Private houses were destroyed in the attacks. The communities of Khotin, Krasnopillia, Yunakivka, Esman, Seredyna-Buda, and Velyka Pysarivka were hit. Yesterday, the Russians launched 21 strikes on border communities in Sumy region, with a total of 119 explosions recorded.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the Sumy region to mark the anniversary of its recapture from Russian troops, the nearest he has been to the border with Russia since the start of the full-scale invasion in February 2022. Zelenskyy promised to rebuild the battle-scarred city and has been touring the country, visiting other regions. Meanwhile, Russian troops continue to shell towns in Ukraine, and an end to the conflict remains a long way off.