Ukraine-Krieg: „An 70 Prozent der Tankstellen gibt es in Russland aktuell kein Benzin“
Militärexperte Nico Lange erklärt die Taktik hinter den ukrainischen Luftangriffen – und warum Wladimir Putin vor den anstehenden Parlamentswahlen vor allem im fernen Osten um Stimmen wirbt.
The Ukrainian war has been ongoing for four and a half years, with both sides intensifying their airstrikes during recent weeks. Russian logistics centers have increasingly become targets, with the largest online retailer Wildberries being hit by Ukrainian drone attacks since mid-July. Security expert Nico Lange discusses the impact of the war on the Russian population and the likelihood of a new general mobilization in the fall.
Lange points out the difference between the Ukrainian and Russian approaches: while the Ukrainians target oil refineries and Wildberries logistics, Russia focuses on causing damage through ballistic missiles, even in civilians' living spaces. This has led to widespread discontent over the lack of gasoline in 70% of Russian gas stations, but people are not publicly protesting due to concerns about the Kremlin using their savings to fund the war.
The Ukrainian president has recently replaced several key officials, including the defense minister and army chief, signaling a potential shift in strategy. The Ukrainian government maintains that elections will not occur as long as the war continues, ensuring national unity. However, as the conflict drags on, the future of Ukrainian democracy remains uncertain.
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