Russia Intensifies Military Operations in Ukraine

Fierce fighting continues along the front lines in Ukraine, particularly in the Pokrovsk, Kurakhove, Lyman, and Zaporizhzhia sectors, where Russian military activity remains intense. Reports indicate that Russian forces have carried out numerous airstrikes across regions such as Sumy, Kharkiv, and the Kursk region, targeting both military and civilian areas. In the Zaporizhzhia oblast, new Russian assault units are being deployed closer to strategic locations like Tokmak and Vuhledar, with increased aerial bombardment observed. Meanwhile, the Russian government is reallocating a significant portion of its budget—approximately 13.5 trillion roubles—towards military spending, which now exceeds social expenditures for the first time. Ukrainian defenders continue to mount resistance, repelling attacks in several sectors despite ongoing clashes. The situation remains fluid as both sides prepare for potential escalations in military operations.