Head of the Joint Press Center of the Defense Forces of the South Natalya Gumenyuk spoke about the actions of the occupiers in the region on the eve of the counteroffensive of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. According to her, now they have begun to use aviation, which indicates the preparation of the coordination of air and sea forces.. Moreover, during the telethon, she noted that maneuvers are also taking place in the Black Sea - the number of Russian ships there either critically increases or decreases..

“Rocket launchers are running back and forth, just an hour ago there were four of them, now there are three of them. In all likelihood, it was the transfer of duty, for example, - said Gumenyuk. “Now there are 20 Kalibr-type missiles at the ready in the Black Sea - one underwater, two surface launchers, and the maneuvers do not stop.”.

Also, the Russians continue reconnaissance with the help of drones..

“We understand that they gravitate towards certain bonds and their phrase “we can repeat” can be projected for February of this year,” Gumenyuk said, adding that defenders in all directions are ready for any scenario..

The military also commented on the information about the appearance of enemy DRGs at the mouth of the Dnieper near Kherson. Thus, the Russians are trying to escalate the situation, although they do not have the resources to force the river.

Along with this, the mobilized continue to be pulled up to the left bank, which cover the heavy losses among the personnel. However, we are not talking about quality there, notes Gumenyuk..

As for the Kinburn Spit, it continues to be in the gray zone.

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