British intelligence predicts fierce fighting near Kiev in the coming days

Kostiantyn Golubtsov

Updated: May 01 2022 at 12:41 am
Source: DefenceHQ

The shelling and rocket attacks of the occupiers continue around Chernihiv

What happened. Russian troops continue to hold positions east and west of Kyiv, despite the withdrawal of a limited number of units. In the coming days, fierce fighting is likely to unfold on the outskirts of the city.

Source. This was reported by British military intelligence.

Details. The report notes that despite Russia's statements about the reduction of military activity around Chernihiv, "significant shelling and missile strikes" by Russia continue.

Heavy fighting also continues in Mariupol, a "key target" for Russian forces, but Ukrainian forces continue to control the city center.

Russian troops continue to hold positions east and west of Kyiv

Background . Earlier, Russia said it would "dramatically" reduce military activity in the direction of Kyiv and Chernihiv.

According to the Pentagon, Russia has redeployed less than 20% of the forces previously concentrated around Kyiv. Some forces withdrew to Belarus.

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