Russia Advances in Kharkov: Military Operations and Strategic Objectives

The Russian military's recent offensive in the Kharkov province involves the capture of 12 villages and the use of 28 airstrikes with UAVs and long-range weapons to target Ukrainian military infrastructure. This advancement is part of Russia's strategy to establish a buffer zone near its border to safeguard the city of Belgorod.

Meanwhile, Ukraine retaliated with significant airstrikes on Russian territory, including an industrial plant, resulting in casualties. Despite these escalations, President Putin asserts that the goal is not to conquer Kharkiv but to secure a buffer zone due to Ukrainian attacks on Belgorod.

The situation remains tense, with reports of fires from a Ukrainian drone attack in a Russian oil refinery and ongoing clashes in Donetsk.