Ukraine is in a race against time to fortify its front line
But it is suffering from a shortage of munitions and manpower
EARLIER THIS year, a common view was that the war in Ukraine was settling into a stalemate. That now seems optimistic. There is an alarming possibility that a big new Russian push in the next few months could punch through Ukraine’s defences and deep into the country.
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Europe March 30th 2024
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