Russian Rebels' Assault on Putin's Forces

SOURCE www.thesun.co.uk
Russian rebels in Ukraine launch large-scale assault on Russian borderlands, aiming to disrupt Putin's sham elections and march on Moscow. They are part of Operation Freedom and are fighting government troops in Belgorod and Kursk. The rebels are independent groups of Russian citizens fighting against the Kremlin regime.

Key Points

  • Rebels aim to disrupt Putin's elections and march on Moscow
  • Putin's forces are fighting back against the rebels
  • Rebels have conducted previous smaller raids in the region
  • Rebels are independent groups of Russian citizens

Pros

  • Operation Freedom aims to inspire resistance against Putin's regime
  • Rebels are fighting against a tyrannical government

Cons

  • Violent conflict and casualties are occurring in the border regions
  • Risk of escalation and further violence