Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov informed a U.S. congressional delegation that Ukraine attacked Russia's Kursk region to protect borders and deter threats.

Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov informed a U.S. congressional delegation that Ukraine's recent attack on Russia's Kursk region aimed to protect its borders and deter Russian military threats. The ministry statement quoted Umerov as stating the intention was to prevent enemy shelling and attacks on Ukrainian towns and villages. This comes amidst Putin's claims that Ukraine attempted to attack Russia's Kursk nuclear plant.

August 21, 2024
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