Russia's Strategic Buffer Zone Expansion in Ukraine

Russia is expanding its 'security strip' in Ukraine's Sumy region following a successful push out of Ukrainian troops from the Kursk region. The Russian defense ministry reported capturing four settlements in Donetsk and Kharkiv. President Putin previously advocated for a buffer zone in the Sumy region.

Russia has made further strides in its strategic expansion by establishing a 'security strip' in the border regions of Ukraine's Sumy area, as confirmed by Russia's defense ministry.

The move comes after Russian forces expelled Ukrainian troops from the Kursk region in western Russia, capturing four settlements in the Donetsk and Kharkiv regions.

In March, President Vladimir Putin emphasized the importance of creating a buffer zone in the Sumy region, which shares its border with Kursk, highlighting Russia's ongoing efforts to strengthen its positions along its frontier.

(With inputs from agencies.)