Russia deploys about 300 ex-convicts for assaults in Zaporizhzhia - Ukrainian Armed Forces

He said this on the Espreso TV channel.

"As a result of the assault, Ukrainian troops have made some progress in the area of Robotyne. Over the past day, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have advanced 200-300 meters. At the same time, Russia is redeploying reserves from different directions. The invaders sent about 200 former convicts from Mariupol to Ilchenkove area in Zaporizhzhia region, and over 100 persons were transported from Luhansk to Melitopol," noted Shtupun.

According to him, the convicts are being used by Russia for so-called meat assaults.

"They are planning to create assault units to capture Robotyne. But Ukrainian soldiers are ready for any challenges in this area," emphasized Stupun.

• The Ministry of Defense reports that Russian occupation forces are mobilizing reserves to prevent the Ukrainian troops from breaking through their defense

• Previously, Colonel Oleksandr Shtupun said that Ukrainian military commanders are trying to improve the tactical situation on the front line.