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Ukraine Takes the War to Russia
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- Ukraine has intensified its offensive by regularly launching hundreds of drones and missiles into Russian territory, causing significant disruptions, including a recent attack on a Moscow oil refinery.
- The Ukrainian military has increased attacks on Crimea, leading the local authorities to declare a state of emergency in the region annexed by Russia in 2014.
- After more than four years of conflict, the nature of the war appears to be shifting, with Ukraine bringing the fight closer to Russian civilians and infrastructure.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin faces growing domestic dissatisfaction due to war-related economic hardships, including tax hikes and internet restrictions, compounded by Ukraine's escalating attacks.
- Despite the intensified Ukrainian campaign, experts suggest these developments have not yet compelled Putin to seek an end to the war.
