Despite regular strikes on Ukraine, Russia's offensive loses steam
France 24 reports that despite continuous Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukraine, Moscow's ground offensive has slowed sharply on key fronts. Western military analysts say the operational tempo has fallen markedly over the past six months.
According to France 24, Russian forces are taking heavy losses in personnel and equipment along the Donetsk and Kharkiv axes; experts say territorial gains have shrunk to small-scale movements in recent months. The volume of strikes has not fallen, but no major breakthrough has been recorded.
Analysts at France's Foundation for Strategic Research say logistical pressure, limits on munitions production and the loss of trained personnel are slowing the advance. Ukrainian-built long-range drones are striking fuel depots and ammunition lines in Russia's rear areas.
Ukraine's recent EU accession progress and the wave of Western support decisions ahead of the G7 summit are increasing pressure on Moscow to deliver military gains. France 24 reports the coming weeks will be decisive for the front-line dynamic. This is not investment advice.
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