Small groups of the Ukrainian Armed Forces attempted to reach the Russian border in Chernigov Region but were destroyed by fighters of Russia’s North Group of Forces.

According to the Severny Veter channel, the groups may have included Ukrainian nationalists, reconnaissance units or Special Operations Forces personnel who tried to break through near the village of Gremyach.

The channel reported on Max that after coming under Russian fire, the enemy retreated and took shelter in an abandoned building in Gremyach. Artillery fire and FPV drones were then used to destroy the Ukrainian fighters.

The channel also noted that Russian assault groups continue to advance deeper into Sumy Region. At the same time, strikes are being carried out against concentrations of Ukrainian personnel and equipment near Ulanovo, Mirlogi, Khoten, Volnaya Sloboda, Tolstodubovo and Krasnopolye.

In Shostka District, rifle battles are ongoing in Bachevsk and its surroundings, as well as near Ulanovo. In Sumy District, Russian units advanced on 14 sections to a depth of up to 400 meters. Fighting also continues in Pisarevka, Maryino, Novaya Sech and Khoten. In Krasnopolye District, clashes are taking place in forested areas.