Russian invasion - ISW warns of further large-scale Russian attacks on Ukraine
Following the unprecedented Russian airstrikes against Ukraine that left many dead, US experts have warned of further heavy attacks. "Russia will continue to launch large-scale attacks against Ukraine to weaken Ukrainian morale as well as Ukraine's ability to sustain its war effort against Russia," the daily report by the US Institute for the Study of War (ISW) said on Friday evening.
At the same time, the analysts emphasized that after almost two years of aggressive war, Russia 's reserves and production capacities mean that it is unlikely to be able to launch large-scale missile attacks on a regular basis, but more consistently with drones.
According to official information from Kiev, the Russian army fired almost 160 rockets, cruise missiles and drones of various types at the neighboring country on Friday in the most serious attack since the start of the war. As a result, more than 30 people were killed and around 160 injured in several regions of Ukraine shortly before the New Year celebrations. The Ukrainian leadership spoke of terror against the civilian population.
In preparation for the devastating bombardment, the Russians had been experimenting with various combinations of drones and missiles for months in order to identify weaknesses in the Ukrainian air defense system, according to ISW analysis.
Meanwhile, Ukraine reported further Russian drone attacks on Saturday night. According to the military, three unmanned missiles were repelled in the Kherson and Mykolaiv regions.
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- The ongoing Ukraine war has been a subject of intense study for many global War analysts, including the US Institute for the Study of War (ISW).
- Conflicts between Russia and Ukraine continue to pose a significant threat, with ISW warning of Major attack potentials.
- The recent Russian invasion of Ukraine has resulted in increased reliance on drones for airstrikes, as Russia's missile reserves and production capacities show signs of depletion.
- After the devastating New Year's Eve airstrikes that claimed over 30 lives and injured 160, Ukraine reported further drone attacks on Saturday night.
- The US and international community have expressed concern over Russia's aggressive war tactics, with the USA pledging continuous support for Ukraine's war effort against Russia's invasion.
- In light of the escalating Conflicts in Ukraine, a strong international response, including diplomatic and military support, is crucial to maintain peace and stability in the region.
Source: www.stern.de
