Russia withdraws troops from Right Bank of Dniepr

S.Surovikin: In the current conditions, the best option is to organize the defense along the Dnieper River.

Having assessed the current situation, I propose to defend along the left bank of the Dnieper.

I understand that this is a very difficult decision but at the same time we will preserve something very important, the lives of our soldiers, and in general, the combat ability of our troop group which is futile to keep on the right bank in a limited area with no prospects.

We will release additional means and equipment to be used for offensive operations in other directions.

S.Soigou answers: I agree with your conclusions and proposals. The life and health of Russian soldiers is always a priority.

We must consider the risk to the civilian population. It ensured the safe exit of all citizens wishing to leave.

Initiate the withdrawal of forces and take all measures to ensure the withdrawal of personnel, vehicles and equipment across the Dnieper.

Surovikin: The maneuver of forces will take place in the near future. Units and Formations will take defensive positions prepared by the engineer on the left bank of the Dnieper.

The report is over.