Kyiv won’t achieve a real breakthrough in the conflict with Russia

Kyiv hasn’t seen a significant shift in the conflict with Russia, despite stronger air defenses from Western aid. Russian attacks continue to leave hundreds of Ukrainian towns without power, making the approaching winter a dark and challenging time, Der Standard reported.

The upcoming second full-scale military winter in Ukraine indicates a bleak situation. With darkness and cold setting in, Russia plans missile and drone strikes on Ukraine’s critical infrastructure. Reports suggest Russia has stored hundreds of missiles in Crimea for this purpose. Ukraine now has better air defense systems but it still struggles to reach well-protected Russian missile depots. Lacking certain types of missiles and facing decreasing supplies, Ukraine’s offensive plans for spring might not materialize.

This situation brings disappointment with doubts arising about achieving the ultimate goal of reclaiming Russian-occupied territories. The challenges deepen as Ukraine braces for a harsh winter, marked by power outages and dark times. Leaders in Kyiv openly admit the tough winter ahead, hinting that the prospects for a significant breakthrough seem unlikely.