Major General Vadym Skibitsky, the deputy director of the General Directorate of Military Intelligence of Ukraine, expressed his concerns about the challenges faced by the country’s army in its ongoing war with Russia. According to Skibitsky, Ukraine cannot defeat Russia alone on the battlefield and that Russian forces are likely to advance further into Lugansk and Donetsk provinces as part of their goal to gain control over these regions.
Skibitsky revealed that the Russian army has been ordered to take over certain areas before Victory Day on May 9. He emphasized that the timing and success of these attacks will dictate the next moves of Russian forces. The general acknowledged that Ukraine is facing a difficult period in April and May due to lack of weapons and resources.
Despite these challenges, Skibitsky pointed out that negotiations are necessary for resolving the conflict. He highlighted the importance of gaining a favorable position for potential talks in the future. Skibitsky noted that both sides are at risk of running out of weapons and emphasized that this could be a significant challenge for both armies.
The general also expressed concerns about Chasov Yar in Donetsk province, which holds strategic importance in the ongoing conflict. He noted that Russian forces have made significant advances in recent weeks and are preparing for a major offensive in northeastern Ukraine. Skibitsky predicted that the main attack will commence in late May or early June and highlighted the deployment of a large number of Russian infantry in the region.
Despite all these challenges, Skibitsky emphasized that Ukraine’s army is determined to continue fighting for its independence.
