Russia Shifts to Air War as Battlefield Gains Dwindle

Analysts report that Russia is escalating air raids on Ukrainian cities due to minimal battlefield gains, with Russian forces achieving only 14 sq km of territory in May 2026. Ukrainian forces have largely halted the Russian offensive, while Ukraine's missile maker tests a new ballistic missile amid ongoing attacks. Recent strikes have resulted in civilian casualties in both Ukraine and Crimea.

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