"Defecting Putin Allies Pledge to Free Russia Amid Ukrainian Tank Arrival"

Ukrainian military units formed from Russians have reportedly attacked territory within Russia's Belgorod and Kursk regions, just days before the election where Vladimir Putin is expected to retain power. The armed groups, consisting of defectors, entered in armored vehicles and engaged in mortar and artillery fire before retreating to their original positions after shelling from the Russian side. This is a developing story with further updates expected.