Head of the GUR Budanov: Russia is preparing to attack Ukraine in late January or early February Head of the Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR) of the Ministry of Defense Kirill Budanov predicted an imminent Russian invasion of the country. He noted in an interview with Military Times that the attack would occur in late January or early February. According to him, Moscow has concentrated more than 92 thousand troops on the border and is preparing for an attack, which will be strikes of artillery, aviation, armored vehicles and airborne assault forces. The head of the GUR indicated that it would become much more destructive than any of those undertaken earlier. Budanov also pointed out that a series of psychological operations would follow before the invasion. He added that they are already under way to destabilize Ukraine and undermine its defenses. They want to stir up unrest through protests and rallies
