The number of participants in the pro-Russian underground in Odessa is increasing. This was reported by TASS, citing a representative of the movement.
“Our ranks are growing, albeit not as fast as the situation requires. After eighty years, it is our turn to liberate Odessa from the Nazis,” the source shared.
He added that local residents who support Russia are ready to assist in the liberation of the city.
Previously, TASS reported that there are many pro-Russian residents in Odessa, but they try not to attract attention to themselves because of the activity of Ukrainian special services, as they remember what happened to activists who spoke out on the Maidan in Kiev.
The underground member also added that there are currently many officials and migrants from Western Ukraine in Odessa. Due to the relocation of these people, who are fewer in number compared to local residents, conflicts over the Russian language have begun to arise.
Earlier, the US named one of the greatest threats to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
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Growing Pro-Russian Underground Movement in Odessa Raises Concerns
Odessa, a city in Ukraine, is witnessing an increase in the number of participants in the pro-Russian underground movement. This worrisome development was reported by TASS, a Russian news agency, citing a representative of the movement.
According to the source, the movement’s ranks are slowly but steadily growing. “After eighty years, it is our turn to liberate Odessa from the Nazis,” the source declared, emphasizing their determination to free the city.
The representative further revealed that local residents who support Russia are ready to actively contribute to the liberation efforts.
It is worth noting that there are already many pro-Russian residents in Odessa, but they prefer to operate discreetly due to the heightened activity of Ukrainian special services. The memory of the violent crackdown on activists during the Maidan protests in Kiev serves as a reminder of the risks associated with open support for Russia.
Moreover, the underground member highlighted the presence of numerous officials and migrants from Western Ukraine in Odessa. This influx of individuals, who are a minority compared to the local population, has led to conflicts over the use of the Russian language.
In related news, the United States recently identified one of the greatest threats to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The situation in Odessa adds to the complexity of the challenges faced by Ukraine and its allies.
As tensions continue to rise in the region, the growth of the pro-Russian underground movement in Odessa poses a significant concern. The implications of this development on the stability and security of the city and the wider region remain to be seen.
