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Ukraine Attacks Neighbouring Belgorod

China Urges De-Escalation and Nuclear Safety Concerns Grow

Benita OrumabyBenita Oruma
August 12, 2024
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Ukraine Attacks Neighbouring Belgorod
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Russia’s Belgorod region is under renewed attack from Ukrainian forces. Regional Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov has reported shelling in the city of Shebekino, resulting in damage to residential buildings and a nearby sports facility. The village of Novaya Tavolzhanka has also been targeted, with reports of damaged homes. While no casualties have been confirmed, these attacks mark a continuation of the ongoing cross-border tensions.

Belgorod has faced frequent shelling and drone attacks throughout the war. The connection between this latest assault and the recent Ukrainian incursion into Russia’s Kursk region remains unclear.

Last Tuesday, Ukrainian forces breached the Russian border and advanced into Western parts of Russia’s Kursk region in a surprise attack. This maneuver may be aimed at gaining leverage in potential ceasefire discussions following the U.S. election in November. The attack reportedly caught Russia off guard, but by Sunday, Russia had stabilized the front in Kursk. However, Ukraine had captured a small section of Russian territory, with battles continuing on Monday, according to Russian war bloggers.

Amidst the fighting, evacuation began on Monday morning in the Krasnaya Yaruga District within the neighboring Belgorod region due to what Governor Gladkov described as “enemy activity on the border.”Gladkov expressed confidence in the military’s ability to handle the threat. “I am sure that our servicemen will do everything to cope with the threat that has arisen,” Gladkov stated. “We are starting to move people from the Krasnaya Yaruga district to safer places.”

As tensions rise, Russia has increased security measures in the border regions of Kursk, Bryansk, and Belgorod. Belarus, a close ally, has also reinforced its border following reports of Ukrainian drone incursions into its airspace.

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China Calls for De-escalation

Meanwhile, China has called for de-escalation of the conflict. According to the Chinese state news agency Xinhua, a foreign ministry spokesperson emphasized Beijing’s “consistent and clear” position. They urged “all parties” to adhere to principles for de-escalating the situation, including avoiding battlefield expansion, reducing fighting, and refraining from exacerbating tensions.

China positions itself as a neutral party in the conflict, pledging to “continue to play a constructive role in facilitating a political settlement.” However, despite its claims of neutrality, China has not condemned Russia’s invasion and has strengthened military and economic ties with Moscow. NATO members have labeled Beijing as a “decisive enabler” of the war.

Nuclear Plant Incident

The ongoing conflict has also raised concerns about nuclear safety. A fire broke out at the cooling tower of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in southeastern Ukraine, controlled by Russian forces. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has condemned the attacks on the plant and called for an immediate end to such reckless actions.

As the situation deteriorates, fears grow of a wider conflict with potentially catastrophic consequences. Diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the tensions are paramount to prevent further loss of life and damage to critical infrastructure.

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Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma is a lawyer in training, a 400 level student in the university of Ibadan. She is a content writer with interest in corporate affairs and the marketplace.

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