The Russians are already building the third line of defence in the occupied south - Ukrainian Intelligence

ROMAN PETRENKO - THURSDAY, 26 MAY 2022, 09:28

The regrouping of Russian troops in the Kherson region and in the occupied areas of Zaporizhzhia Oblast, as well as the construction of an additional defence line indicate Russia's intention to gain a foothold in these territories.

Source: Vadym Skibitskyi, a representative of the Central Ukrainian Intelligence Agency, on Crimea.Realities

Quote from Skribitskyi: "In Kherson Oblast, in the occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia Oblast, we see a strengthening of their position through the movement of troops from the territory of the Crimean Peninsula. And this is a transit from the Russian Federation. Accordingly, we see what a powerful deployment of troops Russia is making in the occupied territories of southern Ukraine.

We see that since the beginning of May, the occupying forces have begun to strengthen their defences. Appropriate engineering structures are being prepared: not one, not two, but now the third line of defence is being built.

It is these military aspects and military indicators that indicate Russia's intention to seize and hold these territories."