Ukraine-Russia Border Tensions Escalate: Failed Ukrainian Attack Reported by Moscow

Moscow's defense ministry reported that an attempted Ukrainian 'sabotage group' attack on Russia's Kursk region ended in retreat after suffering losses. Russian forces repelled the attack using artillery, warplanes, and drones. Both sides reported casualties, with Ukraine focusing on regaining its occupied territories.

MOSCOW, Aug 6 (Reuters) - The Russian defence ministry announced on Tuesday that a Ukrainian 'sabotage group' attempting to attack Russia's Kursk region has been defeated and retreated. Earlier, Russia had accused Ukraine of a southern border attack and moved reserves to repel fighters backed by tanks.

'After suffering losses, the Ukrainian sabotage group retreated to its territory, while some fighters attempted to secure positions near the state border, where they were blocked by Russian forces,' stated Russia's defence ministry. 'Following significant losses, the remnants of the group retreated to Ukrainian territory.'

Russia utilized artillery fire, warplanes, and drones to fend off the attack. Ukraine's general staff reported strikes on border villages but did not confirm any offensive operations. The Kursk region remains difficult with multiple casualties reported amid escalating tensions.

(With inputs from agencies.)