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Russia plans new ground attack on Kyiv, Ukraine warns
politico.eu • • world
Key Points:
- Ukraine has intelligence indicating Russia is planning new ground offensives against Kyiv and Chernihiv, with Kremlin leaders tasking military chiefs to prepare attacks, though no troop buildup has yet been detected.
- Russian forces previously attempted a ground attack on Kyiv in February 2022 but were repelled by the Ukrainian military.
- Russia is intensifying drone strikes on Ukrainian cities, with Kyiv facing nearly nonstop attacks from jet-powered drones, prompting Ukraine to accelerate production of interceptors against Iranian-designed Shahed drones.
- Reports indicate Russia is testing its ability to mobilize more troops amid heavy losses and a growing exodus of citizens, raising concerns about a potential new mobilization effort.
- Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk highlighted escalating Russian aggression and stressed the need for increased air support and preparedness by Poland and NATO for decisive developments in the coming six months.
