The Russian Ministry of Defense confirmed that units of the "Sever" (North) Group of Forces took control of Novaya Sech in the Sumy border area, expanding the security zone. Intense fighting preceded the assault, with stormtroopers driving out Ukrainian forces.
Additionally, the "Tsentr" (Center) Group of Forces liberated Svetloye in the Donetsk People's Republic after a decisive assault.
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