Ukraine's Long-Range Attacks Raise War Costs for Russia, Analyst Says

Peter Zalmayev of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative contends that Ukraine's expanding deep-strike operations are increasing the economic, military, and social burdens of Russia's invasion, thereby helping Kyiv remain competitive. He emphasizes that these strikes are making the war's consequences more tangible for ordinary Russians. Meanwhile, Ukraine faces a harsh winter with critically low air defenses, prompting efforts to shield its cities and infrastructure.