Russian forces conducted mortar and artillery shelling of settlements in Chernihiv and Sumy regions from their territory.
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On the border with the Chernihiv and Sumy regions, Russians maintain a military presence, conducting mortar and artillery shelling of settlements from their territory.
Five civilians were injured in Russian attacks against Sumy Oblast over the past day.
Russian forces launched a ballistic missile strike on an IRIS-T air defense system in Sumy Oblast
The target was likely a decoy/mockup made of wood or similar material based on lack of soldiers, no fire/explosions after direct hit, and minimal visible damage
Air defense forces destroyed a helicopter, missile, and 2 UAVs over the Sumy region.
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