Russian troops have intensified their offensive activity in 7 frontline areas, which indicates a summer intensification of hostilities, says Viktor Trehubov, spokesperson for the Khortytsia operational and strategic group of troops.

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Russia is advancing around Kostyantynivka and in the Sumy region with small, fast-moving units as both sides try a new tactic of using motorcycles and civilian cars to quickly cross open terrain.