As reported “RBC-Ukraine”, the corresponding decision has already been made.
This was reported by “URA-Inform” with reference to RBC.
The Russian Federation is preparing an offensive on Kherson. It is reported that the operation will be led by the commander of the Russian Airborne Forces Mikhail Teplinsky.
“According to sources, the Russians are even more prepared to attack the right bank of the Kherson region than to become active in Zaporizhia. …It is noted that in the Kherson region, the Russians have already tried to break through to the right bank of the Dnieper. At the end of November, their sabotage and reconnaissance groups (SRG) were repelled near the Antonovsky Bridge from the Oleshky side,” — the report said.
It is planned to involve up to 4,000 Russian soldiers to implement it, including the 61st Separate Marine Brigade and the 7th Airborne Assault Division.
“These Russian units already retreated from the Kherson region in the fall of 2022, which adds symbolism to the operation,” the report also said.
At the same time, Russian plans depend on weather conditions. To reach the right bank of the Kherson region, troops need to cross the Dnieper, since all bridges in this area have been destroyed. This requires the use of boats or the creation of crossings.
In addition, the consequences of the destruction of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power station led to the formation of swampy areas along the river. In winter, these territories freeze, which could facilitate the movement of Russian forces.
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