Ukraine is locked in a war of attrition with Russia, facing severe losses, manpower shortages, and the real possibility of defeat.
Frank Ledwidge
Frank Ledwidge
Frank Ledwidge is a senior lecturer in military strategy and law at the University of Portsmouth.
There have been no game-changers in the Russia-Ukraine war. Single weapons systems may win battles, but they do not win wars.
Fighting this spring will determine whether Ukraine can defeat Russia this year or face a long, grueling war.
Ukraine can succeed in its land battle with Russia through combined arms warfare. IFVs and tanks, working closely together, could play a big role.