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Russia Accuses Ukraine of Major Provocation in Kursk Region

Aug 7, 2024, 11:17 AM

Russia has accused Ukraine of launching an attack on the Kursk region, labeling it as a 'terrorist attack' against civilians. The Russian Foreign Ministry, through spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, condemned the incident, asserting that Ukraine has targeted civilian areas. Russian President Vladimir Putin described the incursion as a 'major provocation,' highlighting the use of various weapons, including rockets, against civilian structures. The RIA state news agency reported these claims, with Putin referring to the actions as undertaken by the 'Kiev regime.' The situation has escalated tensions between the two countries, with Russia emphasizing the severity of the attack on its border region.