**Russian Forces Attempt Border Probes in Kharkiv Direction, No Signs of Large-Scale Attacks**
The ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war has seen various attempts by Russian forces to gain control over strategic areas. Recently, there have been reports of a significant buildup of Russian troops near the Ukrainian border opposite Kharkiv Oblast. However, according to Ukrainian military officials, these efforts were met with resistance and no large-scale attacks were recorded.
**Small Groups Caught Along Border**
Speaking on Ukrainian television, Viktor Trehubov, spokesperson for the Operational-Strategic Grouping of Forces Khortytsia, confirmed that several small Russian groups tried to move along the border in Kharkiv Oblast. However, these attempts were intercepted by Ukrainian forces, and no significant breaches of the border were reported. Trehubov emphasized that the current situation is relatively calm compared to other parts of the front.
**Limited Intensity Compared to Other Regions**
Despite visible Russian activity, Trehubov stressed that the Kharkiv direction is not as intense as other areas along the front line. He explained that current enemy activity consists of around two to five skirmishes per day, which is significantly lower than what has been reported in other regions.
**No Attempts to Expand Foothold**
Trehubov also confirmed that no Russian attempts have been detected to expand their existing foothold in Kharkiv Oblast or to break through the border in other locations. This suggests that while Russian forces are still active in the area, they are not making significant gains.
**Comparison to Other Regions**
For context, Trehubov compared the situation in Kharkiv Oblast to other areas along the front line. He noted that nearby regions like Donetsk’s Pokrovsk have seen much more intense fighting, with up to 100 skirmishes per day reported in some cases.
**Russian Buildup Confirmed by Sky News**
Earlier reports from British broadcaster Sky News claimed that Russian forces had massed near the Ukrainian border opposite Kharkiv, following the recent withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from parts of Russia’s Kursk Oblast. According to Sky News, a force of 50,000 Russian troops are positioned near the border. However, these claims have not been officially confirmed by Ukrainian authorities.
**Russian Forces Trying to Approach Combat Zone**
Andriy Pomahaibus, chief of staff of Ukraine’s 13th Operational Brigade, said this week that Russian troops are trying to approach the combat zone and launch assault actions. While acknowledging visible preparations for more active offensive actions, he emphasized that these efforts have not been successful so far.
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