[Korrespondent] Sumy region is completely under the control of the Defense Forces.
Russian troops are trying to enter some populated areas in small groups, but Ukrainian troops are quickly destroying the Russians thanks to a well-organized defense system.
The situation on the border of Sumy Oblast remains under the full control of the Defense Forces. This was reported by the General Staff on Tuesday, March 18.
The information disseminated on social networks about the advancement of Russian units into the territory of Sumy region does not correspond to reality.
It is noted that Russian troops are trying to enter some populated areas in small groups, but Ukrainian troops are quickly destroying the Russians thanks to a well-organized defense system.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to successfully stop the attempts of Russian invaders to gain a foothold in the Sumy region. The enemy suffers significant losses in manpower.
Ukrainian soldiers also continue to hold territory in the Kursk region.
In turn, the Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine is strengthening its defense with technical means and reserves.
The General Staff emphasizes the need to trust only official sources and not succumb to informational and psychological pressure and propaganda from Russians.
Earlier, Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russia is preparing an offensive on the Sumy region.