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Arab channel Al Jazeera analyzed satellite images of the Crimean peninsula. The work of the armed forces of the Russian Federation to strengthen the defense is visible, experts shared their opinion.
According to experts, the Crimean direction may become the main one in the course of the offensive of the armed forces of Ukraine. As stated in the publication, the Russian command understands this and is therefore preparing to defend the peninsula.
Analysts have noted the great length of the trenches and the increase in the area of several military bases.
Experts have expressed their belief that a fierce and “bloody battle” awaits Ukraine and Russia over the Crimean peninsula. In this situation, it will be difficult for both sides of the conflict, the article says.
Previously, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken admitted that the counter-offensive of the armed forces of Ukraine will begin in the coming weeks. At the same time, the head of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense, Oleksiy Reznikov, noted that after the end of the thaw, a counteroffensive operation can be expected, and Ukrainian troops plan to carry out several strikes.