Russian forces are amassing for a decisive assault on a key Donbas city, satellite imagery and Ukrainian military sources confirm. The build-up, centred around Kramatorsk and Sloviansk, includes artillery, tanks and troops positioned for a ground offensive. This escalation comes as the UK announces a new package of military aid, including advanced missile systems and armoured vehicles.
The Kremlin's strategy appears to be a brutal war of attrition, targeting civilian infrastructure to break Ukrainian resistance. Uncovered logistics trails show Russian supply lines stretching deep into occupied territory, suggesting a protracted campaign. The UK's pledge, while significant, raises questions about the long-term commitment of Western allies.
Money and materiel are flowing, but the human cost is mounting. Bodies pile up in fields and suburbs, a grim calculus of imperial ambition. The Donbas is a crucible, and the world watches as the hammer falls.
