Three Ukraine-based Russian paramilitary groups have claimed to have crossed into Russia and are now fighting government troops there. The Freedom of Russia Legion (FRL) and Siberian Battalion (SB) posted videos purportedly showing their fighters in Russia’s Belgorod and Kursk regions. An exiled Russian politician claimed one village in the Belgorod region was now controlled by “liberation forces”. This development could have significant political implications as it raises questions about Russian-Ukrainian relations, as well as the effectiveness of border security between the two countries. It also underscores the complexities and challenges of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with paramilitary groups playing a role in the fighting. The involvement of these groups could further escalate tensions between Ukraine and Russia, potentially leading to a broader conflict in the region. Thus, it is crucial for international observers to closely monitor the situation and for diplomatic efforts to be made to prevent further escalation of violence.
Ukraine-based paramilitary groups claim to have crossed into Russia and are now fighting government troops there
