There have been no game-changers in the Russia-Ukraine war. Single weapons systems may win battles, but they do not win wars.
Ukraine Counter-Offensive
Longer-range missiles would enable Ukraine to strike targets throughout the entirety of Russian-occupied territory, including Crimea.
Control of the Bokya towers greatly enhances Ukraine’s ability to operate in the Black Sea and reduces Russian capabilities.
A substantial Ukrainian breakthrough on the east of the Dnipro River would give Ukrainian troops a much easier and clearer path to Crimea.
Drones have bolstered Ukraine’s military and psychological defenses and are likely to damage Russia’s as Ukraine continues its liberation.
Ukrainian forces are transitioning away from smaller-scale action intended to shape the battlefield and beginning to attack in force.
When asked about arms sales from Pakistan to Ukraine, both Foreign Ministers Kuleba and Zardari denied any direct agreements, but avoided reference to indirect transfers that have been taking place.
The Kremlin isn’t about to lose its grip on Crimea. But Ukrainian claims that it will eventually retake it are now a bit more believable.