Russia in a hurry to attack in east before Ukrainian counteroffensive starts – intelligence

According to Andrii Yusov, a representative of the Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, "the current intensification of Russian troops should not be compared to the full-scale invasion in early 2022," Ukrinform reports citing the Main Directorate of Intelligence.

"We see that they cannot perform the tasks set but this does not mean that there will be no further attempts. The enemy has a reserve, accumulated manpower, however, at the same time, there is a problem with equipment and ammunition," added the military intelligence representative.

As Yusov said, "the Russians understand that the continuation of the Ukrainian counteroffensive and operations to liberate our territories are inevitable. The Ukrainian armed forces are getting ready, and this plan will be implemented."

"That's why the enemy is in a hurry and now continues to launch powerful attacks on Vuhledar and Bakhmut, realizing that the offensive of Ukrainian forces is imminent and trying to hinder it somehow," Yusov said.

As reported, according to information received by the special services of some Western countries, Russia is building up combat aircraft and helicopters near the border with Ukraine, preparing for a massive offensive.