Russia-Ukraine war: Fighting in Kursk enters third day, Russia says

Russia-Ukraine war: Fighting in Kursk enters third day, Russia says The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has escalated further, as fighting in the city of Kursk enters its third day. Russia claims that its military activity inside Ukraine is in response to Moscow's "unequivocal aggression." The situation in Kursk has been tense, with reports of heavy shelling and gunfire. The Ukrainian government has accused Russia of initiating the violence and called it a clear act of aggression. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has condemned Russia's actions, stating that it is the "root cause" for the military activity inside Ukraine. Russia, on the other hand, argues that its military presence in Ukraine is a defensive measure in response to Ukraine's increased aggression and provocation. The Russian government has accused Ukraine of violating the ceasefire agreement and using heavy artillery against civilians in the region. The conflict between Russia and Ukraine dates back to 2014 when Russia annexed Crimea, a region that was previously a part of Ukraine. Since then, tensions between the two countries have remained high, with sporadic fighting in eastern Ukraine. The situation in Kursk is of particular concern due to its proximity to the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv. The Ukrainian government fears that Russia's military activity in Kursk is a precursor to an invasion of Kyiv. President Zelensky has called for international support and urged Western nations to impose further sanctions on Russia. The international community has