Ukraine Predicts Significant Russian Military Buildup

Ukraine anticipates an increase of Russian forces in its territories to 800,000 by the year's end, as reported by Forbes Ukraine quoting Deputy Defence Minister Ivan Havryliuk. Currently, the number of Russian troops in occupied Ukraine stands at approximately 600,000.

Ukraine is preparing for a significant escalation in Russian military presence, anticipating troop levels to climb to 800,000 by the end of the year, according to a report by Forbes Ukraine.

The Deputy Defence Minister Ivan Havryliuk revealed that current troop numbers in occupied Ukrainian territories are around 600,000.

This projection reflects heightened tensions and continued conflict in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)