Zelenskyy: No New Russian Mobilization, But Offensive Preparations Underway.
Frontline Situation and Russian Mobilization
According to Novyny.live: In a statement made on March 2, Volodymyr Zelenskyy asserted that there is no evidence of a new mobilization wave in Russia, despite the occupiers' intent to maintain pressure on the front. He noted, 'There is no new information regarding mobilization. If there were a general mobilization, I am sure we would all know about it, as it would be a serious challenge both for us and within Russia itself.' This assessment comes amid ongoing Western intelligence monitoring of Russia's military capacity.
Zelenskyy also highlighted plans for active operations by Russian troops in the Donbas, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipropetrovsk regions. He emphasized that Russian forces are preparing a new wave of attacks, but stated that 'they did not complete their objectives by the end of 2025, their maps do not match the reality of where our forces and their forces are located.' These comments indicate that Ukrainian command has a clear understanding of the frontline dynamics.
Prisoner Exchange and Territorial Integrity
Furthermore, Zelenskyy reported that Ukraine aims to conduct a prisoner exchange before the start of a new round of trilateral talks scheduled for March 5-9. He also reaffirmed Kyiv's unwavering position on the nation's territorial integrity and sovereignty:
'Kyiv will not retreat from its fundamental position regarding the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the state.' - Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Thus, the situation on the front remains tense, but according to the Ukrainian president, Russian mobilization efforts are currently unconfirmed.
President Zelenskyy's statement underscores the critical importance of transparency in military affairs, especially amid active combat. The current frontline situation requires coordinated action from Ukrainian command and sustained support from international partners. Preparations for new negotiation rounds also demonstrate Ukraine's pursuit of a diplomatic resolution to the conflict, which could represent a significant step toward restoring peace in the region.
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