Ukraine Says Russia Massing Troops on Northern Border

The build-up comes amid what appears to be preparations for a summer offensive by Moscow’s forces.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaking in the capital Kyiv, Ukraine, on Feb. 7, 2025. Valentyn Ogirenko/Reuters

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday that Russia has gathered 50,000 troops near Ukraine’s northern border.

Zelenskyy said Moscow’s forces had massed near the Sumy region, but added precautions have been taken to prevent a large offensive there.