Approaching Victory: Russia Attacks Over 100 Settlements in 24 Hours

In a concerning escalation, Russia bombarded 118 Ukrainian towns and villages within a 24-hour span. Ukrainian Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko asserted this as the most extensive assault of the year, spanning 10 regions and representing the highest number of cities and villages under attack since the conflict began. The relentless wave of Russian strikes has left towns and villages in rubble, resulting in casualties, including fatalities in Kharkiv and Kherson. Avdiivka, a strategically vital town, faced relentless shelling, prompting warnings of an impending third wave in Russia’s offensive. Shockingly, the conflict’s impact extended beyond the front lines, reaching civilian areas and critical infrastructure. As the conflict intensifies, concerns loom large, especially with the approaching winter and the potential for infrastructure attacks, heightening worries for Ukraine and its Western allies. What does this latest wave of Russian assaults signal for the trajectory of the conflict?