'Winter is coming': Ukraine fears its toughest test since Russia's full-scale invasion
Russian forces have ramped up the number of missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, likely seeking to exploit Kyiv's shortage of ballistic missile interceptors.
Ukrainian officials are preparing for what they believe to be the toughest challenge since the war began, fearing a Russian assault on energy infrastructure during the upcoming winter. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has emphasized the importance of ensuring the country's energy facilities are fully operational and protected for the heating season.
Recently, Zelenskyy appointed Sergii Koretskyi as the new prime minister, hoping he can help protect lives and ensure Ukraine survives the winter. Russia has increased missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, likely to exploit Kyiv's shortage of ballistic missile interceptors. Ukraine's drone manufacturer, Fire Point, believes the country needs to be realistic about the threat it faces, as the last winter was particularly hard.
The U.S. is hesitant to support Ukraine's demand for Patriot PAC-3 systems, though Western allies remain crucial in helping Ukraine withstand the coming winter.
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