On Tuesday, April 2, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu stated that during the first three years of 2024 For months, the occupying forces occupied about 400 square kilometers of Ukrainian territory.
As analysts at the US Institute for the Study of War (ISW) point out, the speed of the adversary’s advance does not necessarily reflect the broader prospects of a Russian offensive due to the impact of the delay in US aid.
April 2 during a conference call with the leaders of the Russian army, S. Shoigu said that from 2024 At the beginning of the year, Russian forces occupied 403 square kilometers of Ukrainian territory. ISW observed only visual evidence that confirmed that Russian forces have since occupied approximately 305 square kilometers. From 2024 January 1 until April 1,” American analysts said in a report.
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The Institute for Military Studies adds that inventory shortages are forcing Ukraine to conserve ammunition and prioritize limited resources in key frontline sectors.
However, at the same time, the risk of Russian breakthroughs in other, less secure sectors is increasing. Despite the relatively slow pace of Russia’s advance, there is more instability on the front than meets the eye.
“Ukraine’s material restrictions also give Russian forces flexibility in conducting offensive operations, which may lead to opportunities for Russian forces to achieve significant operational success in the future,” the experts conclude.
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