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Respond to Siberian Battalion Seizes Control of Administration in Gorkovsky, Belgorod Oblast, Anti-Kremlin Militia Reports (msn.com) An anti-Kremlin group of Russian volunteers known as the Siberian Battalion has reported taking over the local government building within the Gorkovsky settlement located in Belgorod Oblast, Russia, as of March 17. According to a declaration made on Telegram , “The Russian liberation forces, with the support of volunteers from the Chechen Republic of Ichkeria, stormed into the Gorkovsky settlement within the Russian Federation and seized the building housing the local administration.” These reports are shared by the militia and their authenticity has not been independently confirmed by The Kyiv Independent. Organizations such as the Freedom of Russia Legion, Siberian Battalion, and the Russian Volunteer Corps, who are outspoken critics of the widespread invasion of Ukraine by Russia, have initiated cross-border raids into the Belgorod and Kursk regions of Russia starting from March 12. During these operations, the militia groups claim they have captured up to 25 Russian soldiers. Their justification for these actions in Russian territories is stated plainly: “The bombardment of Ukraine coming from Belgorod Oblast must come to an end,” as noted by the battalion. As they proceed with pinpoint operations aimed at Russian military bases, they also urge civilians to evacuate or seek shelter. In reaction to these assaults by anti-Kremlin forces, Russia’s Ministry of Defense has stated that they have successfully repelled an attempt by Kyiv to advance across the border into the Belgorod and Kursk regions. The Chief of Ukraine’s Military Intelligence, Kyrylo Budanov, mentioned on March 16 that Ukraine would extend its support to these anti-Kremlin militias in whatever capacity possible. Budanov emphasized that these groups have offered substantial assistance to Ukraine since the onset of the full-scale invasion by Russia and are evolving from merely being groups to becoming a formidable force. The Siberian Battalion is noted for comprising Russian nationals seeking to oppose the Kremlin and includes various ethnic minorities from Siberia like the Buryats, Yakuts, and Tuvans. Siberian Battalion Perun 10© Provided by The UBJ Note: The information supplied is a reiteration sourced from various outlets on the internet using AI-driven news feed technology. Ownership or authorship by TheUBJ of the content presented is not claimed. The original link, kyivindependent.com , is provided for sourcing authenticity. FAQs What is the Siberian Battalion? Has the capture of the administration building in Gorkovsky been confirmed? What is Russia’s response to these operations? What is Ukraine’s stance regarding the Siberian Battalion and similar militias? Conclusion The reported seizure of the local administration building in Gorkovsky by the Siberian Battalion reflects the ongoing resistance against the Kremlin from within Russia by various militia groups. While this particular incident remains unverified by independent sources, it highlights the broader movement of opposition to Russia’s military actions in Ukraine. It is clear that Ukraine’s government shows support for such groups, recognizing their increasing relevance in the conflict.
