As the frontlines in Russia-Ukraine conflict remain at a stalemate, both sides are resorting to damaging each other's rear areas and targeting supply centers. Ukraine is seeking to disrupt Russian military operations and relieve pressure on its own forces by targeting logistical centers.
President Zelensky visited the Kharkiv region to discuss the battle for Vovchansk, while intense fighting continues in Chasiv Yar, Pokrovsk, and Kurakhove. Ukraine is pressuring its NATO allies to allow the use of weapons against Russian targets, and Russia continues to launch attacks, damaging infrastructure and forcing evacuations.
The Ukrainian military is facing challenges as Western aid is slow to arrive, and there is growing anger towards the slow response of the West in providing military support. Russian interference is disrupting Ukraine's satellite internet service, Starlink, which is crucial for communication among Ukrainian soldiers.
Russian President Putin is reportedly willing to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine that recognizes the current battlefield lines, but is prepared to continue fighting if Kyiv and the West do not respond. The Ukrainian military has recently attacked Russian missile defense systems, using ATACMS missiles provided by the United States.
