Ukrainian forces are preparing for a spring offensive. Lieutenant Colonel Peter Lindén says there will be 'huge losses and people will die' The offensive will be directed either east or south of the capital Kiev.
The battle will be fought on the ground, not in the air, says Lindén. The offensive is expected to begin within a few weeks, he says. The Russian military is preparing for the offensive by sending in more troops and equipment. The Ukrainian army is also preparing to defend itself against the offensive.