Russia's Advance in Dnepropetrovsk: Buffer Zone Strategy
Moscow's military actions in Ukraine's Dnepropetrovsk Region are aimed at establishing a "buffer zone" along the front line, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. The advance, which began recently, has seen Russian forces making territorial gains in the area.
The Russian Ministry of Defense announced that the 90th Armored Division reached the western border of the Donetsk People's Republic and continued its offensive. Peskov confirmed that the recent advance is part of a broader strategy.
This "buffer zone" initiative was previously announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin. The move follows recurring Ukrainian attacks on Russian border regions and ongoing peace negotiations.
The Times has described the advance as a significant blow for Ukraine. Russian Senator Andrey Klishas stated that Russia has started "an active phase of denazification" in the region.
The advance comes after two rounds of direct talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul. Moscow insists that lasting peace requires Ukraine to recognize certain territories as part of Russia and commit to neutrality, a condition Kiev has rejected.
The global community is closely watching the situation. The impact of this advance on the ongoing conflict and the potential for future negotiations remains uncertain.