Putin calls cross-border attack in Kursk region a ‘provocation’
Washington PostAUG 2024
While the US supports Ukraine in this conflict, it had no prior knowledge of this offensive into Russian territory. It is contacting the Ukrainian military to learn more about the objectives of this attack and to ensure that it continues to support Ukraine in its wider war aims.
Gratitude goes out to all warriors who are bravely fighting for Ukraine. Their actions exert pressure on Russia and this will be instrumental in bringing about peace.
This is a large-scale provocation from Ukraine who are indiscriminately firing weapons at civilian buildings and residential homes. Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin is meeting with military heads to ensure that the threat is eliminated.
There's a 32% chance that Russian territory will be reduced by at least 1% before 2040, according to the Metaculus prediction community.