Some particularly interesting quotes from a senior Ukrainian intelligence official, who explains why Kiev did not believe briefings from Western allies that Russia would invade, is brought to light by the Israeli newspaper Haaretz.
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As the official said, the lack of coordination among Russian commanders convinced[/B] them that Putin's forces could not prepare for an imminent invasion.
"When you enlist military equipment tanks, soldiers, commanders in the field need at least two weeks to coordinate with each other," he said."
"Even in the last days before the invasion there were no tactical preparations and you can't go to war without them.That's why today they are so incapable of achieving their goals," he added.
However, despite the obvious problems caused by the lack of coordination of Russian forces, the official said hefeared the conflict could go on for a long time.
[/P]"I am very afraid of a prolonged war and a repeat of what is happening in Syria."
"I am very afraid of a prolonged war and a repeat of what is happening in Syria. It hasn't happened yet, and I hope we can avoid it.", he concluded.[/P]Source: skai.gr
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