Russian enemy masses troops in Zaporizhzhia direction

He said this live on air of the Espreso TV channel.

"In the occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia region, Russian troops continue filtering measures, conduct raids, and restrict people's ability to leave the territory. Russian forces have closed the exit from the territory. They use social institutions to accommodate the military and make life difficult for civilians," Starukh said.

According to him, Melitopol continues to be a transport hub for transfer of Russian troops, forces and equipment.

"Large number of various occupation services are concentrated there. Russian forces build up manpower in Zaporizhzhia direction. Columns with weapons and equipment are coming from the East. Zaporizhzhia region is large, in some directions Russian troops carry out rotational measures and strengthen their positions on the border with Donetsk region," Starukh added.