How big is Russia’s military reinforcement at Ukraine’s border – BBC News Thai

Russia has deployed around 100,000 troops with a range of armaments ranging from tanks, artillery to ammunition. and air power approaching the border with Ukraine but stated that he would not attack

This military tension is causing fear among many. especially western nations US President Joe Biden has recently warned that there is a “high probability” Russia could launch an invasion of Ukraine next month.

Biden spoke about the matter in a telephone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Jan. 27, with a White House spokesman saying that the US leader had “confirmed the readiness of the United States.” and its allies and partners to retaliate decisively if Russia invades Ukraine.”

The BBC will take you to explore that. How big is Russia’s military reinforcement at Ukraine’s border?

There are currently about 35,000 Russian soldiers stationed permanently along the border with Ukraine.

On Jan. 26, the Russian Defense Ministry released photographs of troops moving to a drill site in Rostov. close to the Ukrainian border

Some of the newly arrived soldiers It traveled nearly 4,000 miles (about 6,437 km) from the Far East region of Russia.

Some estimates say that about 100,000 Russian soldiers are stationed near the Ukrainian border.

But a CNN report citing one of Ukraine’s assessments said that It has 106,000 ground troops, including about 21,000 navy and air force.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Jan. 25 that “intelligence is very clear that There are 60 Russian fighters on the border with Ukraine,” accounting for about a third of the total army in the region.

In addition to the Russian military, about 15,000 Russian separatist militants are believed to be present in Ukraine’s Luhansk and Donask regions.

But some Western analysts say It is not clear whether Has Russia already mobilized the equipment and forces necessary for a ground attack?

They pointed out that mobile field hospitals and operators are not present in some areas. which if medical personnel arrive It may be an indication of readiness to attack.

Satellite images reveal more clues to Russia’s military activities.

The bird’s-eye view gives a glimpse of the soldiers stationed in different locations, with the dark tents as the snow melts. Help indicate that soldiers are staying.

It also indicates an armored vehicle by its shape.

while traces of wheels or mud It helps to know the movement in these areas.

Russia has sent thousands of troops to joint exercises with Belarus. which the president Alexander Lukashenko has backed President Vladimir Putin, with the event going on to its prime from Feb. 10-20.

part of Kiev capital of ukraine It is less than 150 km from the Belarusian border.

Western observers point out that this maneuver It could be an opportunity to train for an attack mission against Ukraine.

Images published online claim that It depicts the transport of various equipment such as armored vehicles, tanks and rocket launchers. Heading to the maneuver area

Russia also announced that It has sent high-performance Su-35 fighter jets to Belarus equipped with air defense systems. armament and medical support

Russia is organizing naval exercises around the world. From the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean by starting from this month until Feb.

Six Russian warships, which can carry tanks, personnel and armored vehicles. sailed through the English Channel for military drills in the Mediterranean

However, it is unclear whether the Black Sea and the Ukrainian coast Will it be the destination of this maneuver too?

Some analysts stated that A Russian amphibious assault can be very difficult. And the navy might just be a scam. to draw the attention of the Ukrainian army against a more probable land attack.

Graphic by Sandra Rodriguez Chillida and Prina Shah.