What's happened
Ukrainian shelling in Belgorod resulted in casualties, while Russia accused Ukraine of attempting to disrupt the presidential election by sending soldiers to pierce borders.
Why it matters
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, with recent attacks on Russian territory, has significant implications for regional stability and the outcome of Russia's presidential election.
What the papers say
Al Jazeera reports Putin's accusations against Ukraine, while The Independent highlights the Ukrainian attacks on Russian territory during the presidential election.
How we got here
Tensions between Russia and Ukraine have escalated, with accusations and counter-accusations of attacks and incursions, impacting the security dynamics in the region.
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