KYIV — Russia on Monday ordered more evacuations in a region bordering Ukraine as it battled to contain an unprecedented push into its territory by Ukrainian forces.
Ukraine last week sent troops into Russia 's border region of Kursk, in the largest cross-border operation by Kyiv since Moscow launched its offensive more than two years ago.The assault, which has sent tens of thousands of people fleeing, marked the most significant attack by a foreign army on Russia n territory since World War II.
Russian drone attack on Ukrainian armored vehicles in Kursk Region, on Aug. 12, 2024. AFP PhotoA top Ukrainian official told AFP that the operation was aimed at stretching Moscow troops and destabilizing the country after months of slow Russian advances across the frontline.The assault appeared to catch the Kremlin off guard, with Moscow's army rushing in reserve troops, tanks, aviation, artillery and drones in a bid to suppress it.
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