in Odessa, the inhabitants fear a Russian landing

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In Odessa (Ukraine)Wednesday, March 16, residents fear the landing of Russian troops from the Black Sea. Explanations.

On Wednesday, March 16, residents of the city of Odessa (Ukraine) still fear a Russian attack. The special envoy of France Télévisions Angélique forget takes stock on the spot. The threat is very real. Off Odessa, 14 Russian ships were spotted“, explains the journalist. According to her, “3,000 men would be ready to land on the beaches of Odessa at any time“.

The spokesman for the commanders of the armed forces is very worried. For him, the threat is imminent. He is preparing for it. All the question now is whether this landing will be supported by men on the ground. “At the moment, Vladimir Putin’s troops are blocked 150 kilometers from here. […] The Russians would also have difficulty attacking from the air. Just this morning, two Russian military planes were reportedly shot down by the Ukrainian army over the Black Sea“, reports Angelique forget.


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