The head of the unified press center of the Operational Command "South," Natalia Humeniuk, provided an update on the current situation in southern Ukraine, where logistics for Russian occupiers have become more complicated, and some of them are quarreling over financial and material support.
She made these remarks during a televised marathon. Responding to a question about the use of chemical weapons by Russian occupiers in the Zaporizhzhia region, Humeniuk noted that there have been no casualties as a result of such actions. All such incidents are being meticulously documented.
"The fact that the enemy is capable of such actions is indeed known to us. The defenders of the south are prepared both morally and materially for the possibility of the enemy resorting to such attacks," she stated.
According to Humeniuk, the situation in the south remains complex, and the enemy is attempting to reinforce its forces and reserves under conditions of complicated and delayed logistics.
"The fact that they lack ammunition is evident from the decreasing number of shelling incidents," the spokesperson noted.
She reported that over the past two days, the forces defending the south destroyed 100 Russian occupiers and two boats used by sabotage-reconnaissance groups, which were maneuvering among the islands of the Dniepr River.
Additionally, a mortar, an anti-aircraft missile system, a drone, and enemy automotive and armored vehicles were destroyed; two field supply points and a large storage facility containing enemy material and technical resources were also eliminated.
"All of these things significantly impact the morale of the enemy forces, as there is already discord among their ranks. They are engaged in strong arguments, including regarding personal financial and material support. This is because, having come into contact on the front line, they discovered that their units are being supplied differently, particularly in terms of material and financial resources," Humeniuk explained.
She added that internal disputes and misunderstandings are arising among the occupiers. When asked about breakthroughs in the enemy line at certain sections of the front, the spokesperson noted that this is a complex task, and a breakthrough is only the first stage. Afterward, it is necessary to consolidate positions in the corresponding areas and ensure security for the units that executed the breakthrough.
"Hence, news on this topic might be somewhat delayed... the advance is ongoing, but we are reporting on it gradually in order to safeguard the lives of our defenders," Humeniuk emphasized.
She also mentioned that there is a "minor panic" among the Russian occupiers in the Black Sea after "certain events."
"They have redistributed their naval group throughout an area they once considered safe for themselves and their fleet. However, safety for them now means maneuvering," the spokesperson noted, adding that there are currently 10 ships in the Black Sea.
At the same time, missile carriers have been moved to their respective bases.
"We must remember that the enemy has, unfortunately, employed the practice of launching missiles directly from bays... the enemy still possesses missile carriers, and they still have rockets and continue to produce them. This should be acknowledged as a fact. And they could be deployed. In other words, in two to three hours, they could return to their combat positions for launching those same rockets," Humeniuk emphasized.
Furthermore, she stated that while the situation is currently stable, "we are not lowering our guard against missile threats to ensure we remain vigilant."
Regarding the question of the current logistical routes available to the occupiers, particularly in light of damaged bridges, Humeniuk noted that they still have an alternative route overland – via Armyansk.
