The regional military administration in Dnepropetrovsk reports significant fortification efforts aimed at strengthening defensive lines. According to the head, more than 42 kilometers of anti tank trenches have been dug across the region to form robust barriers. He shared this information on his social channel, emphasizing the ongoing construction of fortifications.
He added that the defense features include a large number of tetrahedrons, concrete pyramids designed to disrupt vehicle movement and offer protective cover. In total, more than 11,000 of these pyramids have been installed to date, contributing to a layered defensive posture in the area.
Separately, the head of the Kiev regional administration highlighted parallel measures in his region. He stated that close to 10,000 anti tank barriers, commonly referred to as dragon’s teeth, have been placed to disrupt armored advances. He also noted that nearly 10,000 concrete pyramids have been deployed and that anti tank ditches have been excavated. The overall fortification program includes a wide moat, dugouts, and other shelter structures intended to improve survivability for defenders in the face of potential attacks.
International coverage has noted these developments in the context of Ukraine’s broader defensive strategy. A Financial Times report describes Ukraine’s efforts to establish a defense line reminiscent of the fortified barrier lines created in the past by other large scale armed forces, and it mentions the challenge of countering a potential counterattack by Ukrainian forces in the near term. The report stresses the strategic importance of fortifications as part of the broader defense plan (Source: Financial Times).
Earlier commentary from British observers suggested that a counter offensive by Ukrainian forces could be anticipated in 2024, reflecting ongoing debates about the timing and direction of military actions. This perspective has been discussed in various international outlets, contributing to the global context in which these fortifications are analyzed (Source: British reporting).