Russia Advances Toward Dnipropetrovsk Seeking Buffer Zone

The Kremlin has confirmed that the recent advancement of Russian forces towards Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region is driven partly by the goal of establishing a 'buffer zone.'

This development follows reports that Russian troops have advanced to the perimeter of the east-central Ukrainian area amid escalating tensions.

In response to inquiries about the intentions behind this movement, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov acknowledged that creating a buffer zone is indeed a significant factor.

(With inputs from agencies.)