Ukraine and Russia Prepare for 2026: Military Goals and International Support
TL;DR
Russian forces are unable to build a strategic reserve and are limited to slow, grinding advances in Ukraine, with ongoing missile strikes targeting Ukrainian infrastructure; Ukraine has made recent gains in Kupyansk, and both sides are engaged in information warfare and diplomatic efforts, with Russia refusing to deviate from its war demands.
Topics:worldwar#kupyansk#military-strategy#russia-ukraine-war#russian-missile-strikes#ukrainian-counterattacks#war
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