"Analysts: Russia's Ability to Sustain War Effort for Years Despite Equipment Losses"

Analysts predict that Russia can sustain its war effort in Ukraine for another two to three years, despite significant losses of armored vehicles and artillery. The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) estimates that Russia has reactivated old systems and increased industrial capacity to maintain its assault, while also ramping up defense spending for 2024. Meanwhile, Ukraine is shifting to a more defensive footing and facing challenges with ammunition supply. The United States Senate passed a $95.3 billion foreign aid bill, including $60 billion in support for Ukraine, setting up a showdown with the House. Another report by the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) outlines Russia's shifting military objectives and capacity, predicting that Russia aims to achieve victory by 2026 through a series of strategic stages.