Former Pentagon adviser Colonel Douglas Macgregor has raised concerns about Russia’s alleged preparations for a major offensive in eastern Ukraine. Speaking on the YouTube channel Judging Freedom, Macgregor stated that hundreds of units have been deployed in the region, indicating a significant military buildup. He further emphasized that the Russian army, after months of defensive positioning, is now ready to launch an offensive towards the west. This statement follows George Beeb, a former chief analyst of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) on Russia, who warned that the continuation of the counteroffensive by the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) could lead to resource depletion. CNN also reported on expert predictions, suggesting that the spring of 2024 may witness a crucial phase of the conflict in Ukraine. Analysts believe that both sides will utilize the winter period for rearmament and strategic planning. Ukraine plans to deploy its first Ukrainian F-16, ATACMS, and other long-range missiles by spring. Experts also anticipate that the AFU will employ “creeping” offensives using small infantry groups and long-range strikes to target Russia’s logistical networks. These developments come after Germany acknowledged the Ukrainian troops’ inability to break through the defense line of the Russian Armed Forces. The situation in eastern Ukraine remains a cause for concern, as tensions continue to escalate.
