Ukraine still in control of major cities, Belarus could support invasion with troops | DW News

Notwithstanding its overwhelming advantages, the Russian military campaign in Ukraine is meeting stiffer-than-expected resistance from Ukrainian forces. What could the next stage look like? The Kremlin has declined to comment on details of the military operation, and its Defense Ministry is adamant that the campaign has been successful. A senior US defense official said there were indications that in the last 24 hours Moscow had become frustrated by slow progress due to the unexpectedly strong Ukrainian defense and failure to achieve complete air dominance. The UK's Ministry of Defense tweeted that Russian military progress was stalling. The Institute for the Study of War, a Washington-based think tank, notes that Ukrainian resistance remains highly effective, despite the Russians' huge advantage in firepower.

Analysts say that the Russian military leadership has been taken by surprise by the lack of impact its aerial campaign is having. "The Russian forces have a hard time suppressing the air defense and aerospace forces of Ukraine and Ukrainian forces," Mathieu Boulegue, a research fellow with the Russia and Eurasia Program at Chatham House, a London-based think tank, told DW. The Pentagon believes that Russia has currently moved at least 50% of its forces into Ukraine out of an estimated 150,000 troops amassed at the border. It's not just the regular army making inroads against the Russian forces but also volunteers who have formed militias and are arming themselves with home-made Molotov cocktails, setting up road blocks and removing road signs to confuse Russian troops.
Most analysts predict that the current war phase is just the first stage of a multi-pronged tactic and that the Russian military will now broaden the campaign.

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[stevecochran]

Notice how all the people working together under high stress conditions and no one is freaking out or losing their cool. These Ukraine people are remarkable people who could teach the whole world a thing or 2 about life. Im praying for them.

[尾松よしき]

We apologize for not being able to provide direct support to the Ukrainian people.😔
I'm in Japan now, but my feelings are with Ukrainian🇺🇦
Russians who don't want war should also stand up!
We hope so..

[macua]

I applaud Natalia and the Ukrainian citizens who are ACTUALLY doing whatever they can to help in every way.

[casfox]

Many of us thought they would fall quickly but they have surprised the world with their determination. I have watched in awe at their courage and strength in holding back an aggressive and powerful enemy. God bless Ukraine 🇺🇦 I would come fight beside you if I could.

[xXObscurusXX]

Wow Germany is really stepping it up, very admirable. Ukraine needs all the support they can get, this is going to be very important to remind their not alone in this fight.

[jobajo]

I had not expected Ukraine could fight against Russia when the war was started, except now. Stand with Ukraine 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦

[sachounette]

as a Belarusian I feel so much shame before Ukrainians, so much pain for my own country who is occupied by dictator and his military forces. We are lost and probably have no future， but Ukraine will win, there is the only hope which stayed in our hearts.

[socialgadfly]

Never shall we say that Ukrainians fight like hero’s but that hero’s fight like Ukrainians

[carriyoga]

🌿🇺🇦🕊 Slava Ukraini 🙏🕊
the WORLD is with YOU 💙💛

[bigd]

Thank you Germany, your display of strength is much needed right now 🔥

[mindfull]

respect for the people in russia protesting against their own, who didnt want this.

[NiftyChrono]

Only takes one brave Russian to end Putin and this war

[SteamCheese]

I found out from a few friends who are veterans that veterans around the world who still had "the itch" went to Ukraine to fight for the Ukrainian Army. Even a few Ex-Spetsnaz, Seals, Rangers, KSK, GSG9, SEK, Marines, etc...

[aquinasinstitutetm]

Germany is evolving to be the leader in this war with her surprising change in military policies, strong sanctions against Russia and direct support to Ukraine with weapons, tankers, etc. More power to Germany. God bless Ukraine and its brave people.

[lesliegriffin]

So proud of Ukrainian for there’s bravest and fighting for Country’s . lots of love from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[tashuntka]

One self sacrificing bodyguard can end all this and forever be known as the world's Hero..

[JB-tibl]

Ukrainian citizens are showing the world what it looks like to have pride and courage!

[michaelbperry]

"Never shall we say that Ukrainians fight like hero’s but that hero’s fight like Ukrainians"

[Jigsaw]

Taking out Vladimir Putin would actually increase resources. There would be high risk, but imagine the achievement done. Russia would be a place where my fellow Russian friends can actually enjoy freedom without fear.

[coraltown]

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