Buffer Zone Battles: Russian Troops Struggle for Sumy Territory

Russian forces are trying to establish a buffer zone in Ukraine's Sumy region, facing stiff resistance. According to Governor Oleh Hryhorov, four border villages remain in a contested 'grey zone,' without falling under Russian control. Despite claims, the Ukrainian defense denies any recent territorial losses.

Russian troops are reportedly attempting to create a buffer zone in Ukraine's northeastern Sumy region, according to the regional governor. However, the efforts have so far been unsuccessful.

The Sumy region, neighboring Russia's Kursk, has seen increased military activity from both sides. While Russian forces claim territorial advances, Ukrainian officials have pushed back against these assertions, maintaining that local villages remain contested rather than occupied.

Governor Oleh Hryhorov relayed on the Telegram app that despite Russian attacks on border villages like Zhuravka and Basivka, control remains unresolved. Open-source maps highlight nearly 52 square kilometers of the region as disputed.

(With inputs from agencies.)