Ukrainian Offensive on Russia
Ukraine launches a major cross-border offensive on Russia, destroying a bomb store and military airfield in Lipetsk using kamikaze drones, resulting in hundreds of casualties and evacuation of locals. Additional attacks in Kursk region leave hundreds of Russian troops dead, with Putin retaliating. Ukraine advances into Russia, prompting mass evacuations. Russian politician blames Britain for instigating the attacks. Putin labels Ukrainian strikes as large-scale provocation.
Key Points
- Joint operation involving Ukrainian military, security, and special forces
- Reported destruction of over 700 Russian guided bombs
- Putin retaliates with deployment of Wagner troops
- Ukraine advances up to 20 miles inside Russia
Pros
- Successful precision attacks on Russian military targets
- Effective use of drones in the offensive
Cons
- Loss of civilian lives and property destruction
- Escalation of conflict between Ukraine and Russia