What's happened
Ukrainian forces have intensified strikes on Russian military infrastructure, targeting ammunition depots and airfields. Recent attacks have disrupted Russian artillery capabilities, which have been a significant factor in the ongoing conflict. Analysts warn that continued Russian artillery superiority poses a threat to Ukraine's efforts to regain territory.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to Business Insider UK, Ukrainian forces have successfully targeted multiple Russian military installations, including ammunition depots and airfields, which are crucial for sustaining artillery operations. Jake Epstein notes that these strikes have significantly disrupted Russian logistics, potentially reducing their offensive capabilities. Meanwhile, the Independent highlights the importance of these attacks in creating logistical problems for the Russian army, which has been heavily reliant on artillery in the ongoing conflict. The Moscow Times adds that the strikes are part of a broader strategy by Ukraine to undermine Russian military effectiveness as the war continues into its third year.
How we got here
The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has escalated since 2022, with both sides engaging in a war of attrition. Ukraine has increasingly focused on disrupting Russian supply lines to mitigate artillery advantages that have resulted in high casualties for Ukrainian forces.
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