The Dynamics of Drones, Dissidents, and Border Clashes: A Closer Look at Recent Developments in Kursk and Belgorod

In the early hours of Friday morning, Russia’s air defense system reportedly intercepted and shot down several Ukrainian drones over the western region of Kursk, as relayed by Governor Roman Starovoyt. Concurrently, conflict escalates in Belgorod, which experienced several strikes. Amidst the chaos, Russian dissident groups claim to have infiltrated the region, opposing Kremlin leadership. […]