Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups are trying to cross the border with Chernihiv and Sumy regions 9-10 times a month. This was stated by Lieutenant General Serhiy Nayev, Commander of the Joint Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
"Enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups try to enter the territory of Chernihiv and Sumy regions bordering Russia 9-10 times a month. The purpose of the sabotage and reconnaissance groups is to conduct reconnaissance of our positions, to strike military or even civilian objects," he said.
These are reportedly professionally trained servicemen of the special operations forces and the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Russian General Staff.
"Therefore, we must always be on the alert," Nayev added.
To this end, Nayev noted, joint actions are being practiced by the Security Service of Ukraine, the National Guard of Ukraine, the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, as well as general military units covering the state border of Ukraine.
"This interaction, clear division of responsibilities and coherence give us an advantage," he added.
