russia may be preparing for a major offensive in the coming weeks. Official Kyiv has noticed a Russian build-up of small units near its Sumy region, UNN reports, citing Reuters.
"Kyiv, whose force shortage has been exacerbated by delays in Western arms shipments, warned that Russia could be preparing for a major offensive in the coming weeks. It has spotted a Russian build-up of small units near its Sumy region," the article says.
In addition, Reuters quotes a Black Bird Group analyst who noted that Moscow's attempt at Kharkiv appears to be aimed at engaging Kyiv's limited reserves in combat before the main summer offensive begins.
Previously
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Russia is trying to expand the war.
At the same time, the Head of State noted that managed to add confidence to the direction of Vovchansk, but there are still threats.
According to him, Ukrainian counterattacks are ongoing - they are also taking place in other areas in the Kharkiv region.