russian forces are reinforcing defensive positions in Crimea amid concerns that Ukraine could launch future amphibious operations as part of a broader campaign to retake the peninsula. The assessment was provided by Ukrainian Navy spokesperson Dmytro Pletenchuk in an interview with The Kyiv Independent.
According to Dmytro Pletenchuk, russian military planners increasingly view the possibility of Ukrainian landing operation as a credible threat.
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As a result, Moscow has reportedly strengthened defenses in areas of Crimea considered vulnerable to amphibious assaults.
The spokesperson noted that Ukraine continues to practice and refine amphibious warfare capabilities, a factor that has likely influenced russian defensive preparations.
While no specific operation was announced, the ongoing training and previous special operations conducted by Ukrainian forces have contributed to concerns on the russian side.
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