Why Russia May Be Running Out of Time in Ukraine
Russia expert Nigel Gould-Davies says Putin’s aggressiveness toward Europe reflects a growing desperation.
More than three and a half years into the Russia-Ukraine War, Russia is intensifying its aerial attacks on Ukrainian cities, while maintaining an advantage on the battlefield in the east, although a significant breakthrough remains elusive.
Ukraine has achieved success in striking Russian oil refineries deep within the country and may receive longer-range missiles from the Trump administration.
Meanwhile, Russian drones and aircraft have been spotted over multiple NATO countries, putting Europe on high alert as it considers a broader defense strategy to counter its eastern neighbor.
Putin’s aggressiveness toward Europe reflects a growing desperation.
Author's summary: Russia's actions in Ukraine may be driven by desperation.
- Russia intensifies aerial attacks on Ukrainian cities
- Ukraine strikes Russian oil refineries
- Russia's drones and aircraft appear over NATO countries