Recent reports from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) highlight that delays in Western security assistance to Ukraine are enabling Russia to strengthen its military position in the conflict by potentially replicating Avdiivka's capture tactics. The ISW specifically noted that during the Avdiivka offensive, Russian forces achieved air superiority, a tactical advantage that could be replicated in future operations if Western aid continues to be delayed. These delays may lead to further significant constraints on Ukrainian air defenses and are allowing Russia to launch opportunistic offensive operations across three fronts, thereby exerting additional pressure on Ukrainian forces. The situation underscores the critical role of timely international support in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
"Opportunistic" Russia launching offensives on 3 fronts amid aid delays—ISW https://t.co/aeP58UtkXm https://t.co/cB9o8gdmU7
Delays in the provision of Western security aid to #Ukraine have enabled #Russia to launch offensive operations on several fronts simultaneously, putting pressure on Ukrainian forces, as reported by the Institute for the Study Of War (#ISW). 📷: libkos https://t.co/bqltAI0kOj
NEW: Delays in Western security assistance to Ukraine are likely helping Russia launch opportunistic offensive operations along several sectors of the frontline in order to place pressure on Ukrainian forces along multiple axes. 🧵(1/6) https://t.co/hXkTR88B2z
“Delays in Western security assistance may lead to further significant constraints on Ukrainian air defenses that could allow Russian forces to replicate the close air support that facilitated Russian advances in Avdiivka at scale in Ukraine.” https://t.co/zRYdEj4ANx https://t.co/GFkMg2hoZJ https://t.co/bWJo8K5Bub
⚡️ ISW: Russia could replicate Avdiivka's capture tactics if West continues to delay aid. The ISW notes that Russian forces secured air superiority during the Avdiivka offensive, while Western aid delays have hindered Ukraine’s defense. https://t.co/jm5YxIKucB