Ukraine Gains Momentum as Russia’s Offensive Stalls
A shift in the Ukraine war narrative shows Kyiv's counteroffensive gaining ground while Russia’s ground offensive stalls. Ukraine’s growing drone program and military reforms contribute to momentum, including long-range strikes on Russia’s energy infrastructure and a ‘logistics lockdown’ threatening Crimea’s supplies. Russia faces manpower shortages and mounting economic strain, with experts warning Putin’s optimism may rest on distorted battlefield maps. U.S. and European arms support remains strained amid competing crises, leaving Ukraine a potentially six‑month window to convert momentum into a lasting breakthrough before Kremlin escalation or political fatigue takes hold.
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- Putin faces a series of setbacks, fueling discontent in Russia and raising doubts about his strategy Le Monde.fr
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