Zelensky's statements on Ukraine's border operations coincide with ongoing military engagements amidst the conflict with Russia.
**Zelensky Acknowledges Ukrainian Troops Operate in Belgorod Region**
**Zelensky Acknowledges Ukrainian Troops Operate in Belgorod Region**
Ukrainian President reveals military actions against Russia in Belgorod for the first time.
In a significant development, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has officially confirmed the involvement of Ukrainian troops in Russia's Belgorod region. In a video address on Monday, he stated, "We continue to carry out active operations in the border areas on enemy territory, and that is absolutely just - war must return to where it came from." This marks the first explicit acknowledgment from Zelensky regarding Ukrainian military operations in Belgorod, an area that has seen rising tensions and sporadic skirmishes.
Zelensky's comments covered not only Belgorod but also emphasized operations in Russia's Kursk region, where Ukrainian forces still maintain a presence following a significant offensive last year, despite most territory having been reclaimed by Moscow. The president outlined that the main objective of these operations is to bolster the defenses of Ukraine’s Sumy and Kharkiv border regions and to alleviate pressure on the extended front lines, particularly in eastern Donetsk, where Russian forces have been making gradual advances.
Recently, Russian military reports indicated that Ukrainian troops had attempted incursions into Belgorod, claiming these efforts had been repelled. Conversely, Zelensky stated he had been briefed by General Oleksandr Syrskyi about the situation on the front, indicating that the military's focus includes the aforementioned regions. He expressed gratitude to various army units, particularly the 225th Assault Regiment, for their courage, stating, "Well done, guys! I'm proud of each and every one who is fighting for Ukraine!"
While Zelensky has previously hinted at Ukrainian operations in the region, his acknowledgment comes amidst reports and battlefield assessments from various sources, including the US-based Institute for the Study of War (ISW), suggesting that recent Ukrainian forces have made strategic advances towards various locations in Belgorod.
Despite escalating military actions, analysts within Ukraine and abroad have raised concerns regarding the effectiveness of these incursions on Russian soil, citing high combat casualties and logistical challenges regarding supplies and reinforcements. Additionally, some speculate that these operations may serve a dual purpose, potentially positioning Ukraine favorably in any future peace negotiations to reclaim occupied territories.
As rumors circulate regarding potential elections in Ukraine, speculation intensifies around Zelensky's intentions and the broader implications for ongoing military strategies in the region.
Zelensky's comments covered not only Belgorod but also emphasized operations in Russia's Kursk region, where Ukrainian forces still maintain a presence following a significant offensive last year, despite most territory having been reclaimed by Moscow. The president outlined that the main objective of these operations is to bolster the defenses of Ukraine’s Sumy and Kharkiv border regions and to alleviate pressure on the extended front lines, particularly in eastern Donetsk, where Russian forces have been making gradual advances.
Recently, Russian military reports indicated that Ukrainian troops had attempted incursions into Belgorod, claiming these efforts had been repelled. Conversely, Zelensky stated he had been briefed by General Oleksandr Syrskyi about the situation on the front, indicating that the military's focus includes the aforementioned regions. He expressed gratitude to various army units, particularly the 225th Assault Regiment, for their courage, stating, "Well done, guys! I'm proud of each and every one who is fighting for Ukraine!"
While Zelensky has previously hinted at Ukrainian operations in the region, his acknowledgment comes amidst reports and battlefield assessments from various sources, including the US-based Institute for the Study of War (ISW), suggesting that recent Ukrainian forces have made strategic advances towards various locations in Belgorod.
Despite escalating military actions, analysts within Ukraine and abroad have raised concerns regarding the effectiveness of these incursions on Russian soil, citing high combat casualties and logistical challenges regarding supplies and reinforcements. Additionally, some speculate that these operations may serve a dual purpose, potentially positioning Ukraine favorably in any future peace negotiations to reclaim occupied territories.
As rumors circulate regarding potential elections in Ukraine, speculation intensifies around Zelensky's intentions and the broader implications for ongoing military strategies in the region.
