3 Warning Signs Putin Is Plotting Shift in Ukraine War
Summary
Russia is increasing missile attacks on Ukraine's cities and boosting production of powerful long-range weapons. Ukrainian officials say Russia may also add thousands of North Korean soldiers, suggesting Moscow might plan a new phase or escalation of the war.Key Facts
- The war in Ukraine has lasted over four years, with fighting mainly in eastern Ukraine.
- Russia is launching many ballistic and hypersonic missiles, which are very hard for Ukraine to defend against.
- Russia fired nearly 200 such missiles at Ukraine in July, the highest number this year.
- Ukraine has intercepted only a small number of Russian missile attacks this August.
- Russia may plan a major missile strike on Kyiv, aimed at damaging Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
- Moscow could increase forces by recruiting tens of thousands of North Korean soldiers.
- Some experts say the escalation could happen soon, but others think it might wait until after Russia’s parliamentary elections in September.
- Possible escalation actions include more missile strikes rather than large-scale drafts or use of nuclear weapons.
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