Escalating Conflict: Ukraine's Advances and Russia's Response

Sergey Mardan, a Putin ally and host of Solovyov Live, has warned that attacks "deep inside Russia" will increase as Ukraine's counteroffensive gains momentum in the ongoing war. Recent attacks in Russia, including missile strikes near the Ukrainian border, have caused casualties and damage. Pro-Ukraine rebel groups are reportedly operating in the region, despite the Kremlin's claims of repelling them. Mardan expressed concern about Ukrainian drones reaching more areas in Russia and highlighted the frequency of sabotage attacks on railways. The war-torn country of Ukraine has shown a strong defense response, exceeding expectations.