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