'Big question is where exactly': expert Zgurets breaks down potential axes of Russian offensive

He said this on the Espreso TV channel.

“De facto, the Russian offensive actions began back in October 2023, and since then, along the entire front line, the enemy has been trying to pressure our line of defense, which is an important part of their strategy and tactics. One can assume that the Russian army will continue to focus on applying pressure along the entire front line, and the issue of specific directions currently looks the most intriguing,” Zgurets remarked.

The Defense Express CEO recalled that the president had mentioned that the enemy might launch offensive actions in several areas. Zelenskyy mentioned the Sumy region, the Kharkiv region, and Zaporizhzhia.

“As for a potential offensive in April and the preparation of reserves, this is one of the conclusions drawn based on statements from the command of the 3rd Corps, which is currently holding a position in the Borova area. This is one of the likely points of increased Russian activity. The enemy is indeed preparing there, having moved in forces to prepare for offensive actions, and intends to advance in the Borova area to push our troops beyond the Oskil River. This has been a long-standing goal of the enemy,” Zgurets emphasized.

According to the expert, at the end of last year and the beginning of this year, there was a pause caused by the exhaustion of enemy forces and weather and climate conditions, which complicated the execution of offensive operations. Currently, Russia is regrouping and preparing its forces.

“It is likely that the Kupiansk–Borova sector will be a priority for the Russian army. Another important direction will remain the push toward Sloviansk–Kramatorsk, as well as attempts to move closer to Kostiantynivka as a critical element for further advancement,” Zgurets believes.

The expert added that other areas along the front line will remain active as the enemy seeks to prevent the possible redeployment of Ukrainian forces.

“Among such directions is the Sumy region, where combat activity may also intensify, as well as attempted attacks on Pokrovsk. However, Pokrovsk is a sector where the Ukrainian side has demonstrated high effectiveness in building active defense and conducting counterattacks. Additionally, Zaporizhzhia remains a zone where the enemy may carry out attacks on specific areas, particularly in the Robotyne area, where combat activity has already intensified,” Zgurets concluded.

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