Russian troops launch full-scale assault in Kharkiv region amid global "peace talks" - Ukrainian officer

He shared the information on Espreso TV.

"The Russians are very active near the Oskil River, where we operate, as well as in the north and south. Recently, during global negotiations, Russia has thrown all its reserves into battle to seize as much territory as possible. They may be trying to create favorable positions for negotiations, claiming: 'We captured this, now let's negotiate.' The Armed Forces of Ukraine operating in this direction, including several brigades, are holding the defense line. Russian forces are being stopped without any territorial gains, particularly near Kruhliakivka," said Maliarevych.

"Regarding Dvorichna, Russian troops seized part of the territory using a few personnel, hiding in basements. However, they failed to build pontoon crossings, which is under control, and this is very important," said the deputy commander of the Achilles drone regiment, Maliarevych.

"The situation is difficult but under control because the Armed Forces of Ukraine are doing everything possible to stop the Russian army. After crossing the Oskil River, the Russians could not transfer heavy equipment to the bridgeheads, and their infantry units are dying without logistical support. They captured several square kilometers of territory, but without equipment support, the Russians will be destroyed. We are holding the line to prevent their crossings," he said.

"Russian occupiers increased pressure not because they gathered an army and planned an operation. They threw into battle what they had, hoping to freeze the war and hold the territories as theirs," added Maliarevych.

• On February 28, 91 combat engagements took place on the Russian-Ukrainian front. In the Kharkiv sector, Russian forces launched one attack near Vovchansk.