The High-Stakes of Ukraine's Anticipated Counteroffensive Against Russia.

Ukraine is preparing to launch a counteroffensive against Russian forces as early as next month, with American and NATO allies supplying Ukraine with extensive artillery and ammunition for the upcoming battle. Without a decisive victory, Western support for Ukraine could weaken, and Kyiv could come under increasing pressure to enter serious negotiations to end or freeze the conflict. The operation is likely to unfold in the country’s south, including along Ukraine’s coastline on the Sea of Azov, near the Russian-annexed Crimea.