This was stated by Vadym Skibitskyi, a representative of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, in “Security Talks” programme on Apostrof TV.

According to him, russia’s plans and strategy regarding Ukraine remained unchanged – primarily, to occupy the entire Donetsk and Luhansk regions.

“We can see this from the active assault actions that russia is conducting,” Vadym Skibitskyi said.

After the March farce, which moscow calls “elections”, putin will focus on continuing his aggressive policy.

“He has passed this next stage of direct control of power and now will solve the tasks before him regarding Ukraine and not only. Such active preparation for a possible confrontation with Europe in general, with NATO, and with the United States - has already begun at the level of statements. All efforts will now be focused on this,” said Vadym Skibitskyi.