The Ukrainian Defense Forces have launched an offensive in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation in order to protect its citizens and territories from Russian attacks. Ukraine has clarified that it does not seek to seize any territories from Russia. This information was provided by Heorhii Tykhyi, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, during a press conference. Ukraine aims to protect the lives of its people and prevent further attacks from the Kursk region, which have included strikes using multiple launch rocket systems, cannon fire, drones, guided bombs, and missiles against Ukraine’s Sumy region.

According to Heorhii Tykhyi, the Armed Forces of Ukraine are conducting this operation in the Kursk region to defend Ukraine from Russian military contingents that are attacking or supporting terrorism against Ukrainians. The operation also aims to prevent Russia from moving additional units to the Donetsk region and disrupt its military logistics. The Ukrainian military assures that it is targeting only military facilities and personnel and is complying with international humanitarian law. Moreover, there are suspicions that Russia may create incidents and fabricate situations to portray Ukraine negatively. However, the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs urges its partners to remain vigilant and not fall for Russian propaganda.

ملخص الأخبار

• Ukraine aims to protect its citizens and territories from Russian attacks.
• More than 2,000 strikes from Kursk region targeted Sumy region in Ukraine.
• Armed Forces of Ukraine strive to defend against Russian military aggression.
• Ukraine assures compliance with international humanitarian law in military operation.