Russian Defense Minister visits troops in Ukraine and inspects military equipment

Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu visited the headquarters of the integrated group of Russian forces in Ukraine to review the current situation and future plans, according to a statement from Russia's Defense Ministry on Friday.

During the visit, Shoigu inspected the preparedness of military equipment and armaments sent to Russian troops in Ukraine and listened to the reports by commanders on the situation in their areas of responsibility.

He also inspected new batches of tanks, armored vehicles, and special equipment intended for delivery to Russian battlegroups in Ukraine.

Shoigu ordered continuous armament and equipment deliveries to the battlegroups in the special military operation area in Ukraine to be kept under special control. (ILKHA)