Russian troops may begin assaults in Zaporizhzhia region within few days - Southern Defense Forces
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Russian troops may soon begin ground assaults in the southern part of the Zaporizhzhia region. This could happen within a few days, states spokesperson of the Southern Defense Forces, Vladyslav Voloshyn.
According to Voloshyn, the attacks could create a new pressure point for Ukrainian forces, which are already stretched thin in the east. While it is unclear whether this will be a single large-scale Russian offensive or separate assaults, he noted:
"Assaults could begin soon; we are not even talking about weeks, we expect this to happen any day now," said the spokesperson.
He added that Russian forces in the area significantly outnumber Ukrainian defenders.
Situation in Zaporizhzhia region
In October, the media reported that Russian forces may be planning a large-scale offensive aimed at gaining control of Zaporizhzhia.
Recently, there were reports on social media about Russian troops taking control of the village of Levadne in the Zaporizhzhia region. The Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed enemy advances in that direction.
Additionally, military officials have warned about the threat on the southern front. Several sources in the military and political circles told RBC-Ukraine that there are concerns the enemy may begin offensive actions within the Zaporizhzhia region as well.
