Day 455 of the war in Ukraine.

Day 455 of the war in Ukraine.

Cross-Border Clashes Between Armed Group and Russian Forces in Belgorod Region

An armed group has crossed from Ukraine into Russia's Belgorod region, resulting in clashes that have caused injuries, according to Russian authorities. The governor of the region, Vyacheslav Gladkov, stated that Russian forces are searching for "saboteurs" who allegedly attacked the Grayvoronsky district near the border.

Ukraine denies responsibility and claims that Russian citizens from two paramilitary groups, the Liberty of Russia Legion and the Russian Volunteer Corps (RVC), were behind the incursion. The situation remains tense, with damage to buildings reported.

Both sides have offered differing narratives regarding the incident, while tensions continue to escalate between Russia and Ukraine.