Putin orders army to "dislodge" Ukrainian troops from Russian territory
Kyiv launched a surprise offensive into Russia's western Kursk region last Tuesday in the most significant cross-border attack on Russian soil since World War II.
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President Vladimir Putin ordered his army to dislodge Ukrainian troops from Russian territory following a surprise offensive by Kyiv into Russia's Kursk region. The fighting has led to more than 120,000 evacuations and casualties on both sides. Putin accused the enemy of aiming to sow discord and destroy Russian unity. Ukraine's incursion into Russia caught the Kremlin off guard, with civilians fleeing the conflict. Analysts speculate that Ukraine's motive includes relieving pressure on other frontline areas. The situation remains tense as Russia braces for potential retaliatory missile strikes by Ukraine.