Ukraine Incursions

Putin Rallies Chechen Forces, Vows Justice After Beslan Visit

21 Aug 2024

Putin’s First Visit to Chechnya in 13 Years Russian President Vladimir Putin, accompanied by Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov, made a previously unannounced visit to Chechnya on Tuesday. This marks Putin’s first trip to the North Caucasus republic in over a decade. During his visit, he inspected Chechen troops and volunteers...

Zelensky’s Bold Move: Ukraine Seeks Buffer Zone In Russian Territory

19 Aug 2024

Zelensky Reveals Objective of Kursk Operation Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that Ukraine's recent military incursion into Russia's Kursk region is intended to establish a buffer zone to prevent further cross-border attacks by Moscow. This marks the first time Zelensky has explicitly stated the objective of the operation, which...

Russia, Belgorod Declares Emergency, Ukraine Incursion Escalate Tensions

14 Aug 2024

On Wednesday, the Belgorod region of Russia declared an emergency following new attacks by Ukrainian forces. Kyiv has claimed control of significant Russian territory after its rare cross-border incursion. Belgorod Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov described the situation as "extremely difficult and tense" in a Telegram video message. The emergency declaration followed...