Ukrainian officials have directly challenged a statement made by Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the proximity of Russian forces to the city of Sumy. Putin asserted that Russian troops were located just 10 kilometers from Sumy, a claim dismissed as false by Andrii Kovalenko, head of Ukraine’s Centre for Countering Disinformation. Kovalenko’s statement refutes the Russian leader’s assertion without providing specific alternative details regarding troop locations. This denial comes amid ongoing conflict and heightened tensions along the border regions. The Ukrainian government views Putin’s claim as disinformation, potentially aimed at influencing public opinion or justifying further military actions. The incident highlights the ongoing information war accompanying the physical conflict between the two nations. Further independent verification of troop positions is currently unavailable.