【Russian Forces Intensify Attacks, Explosions Heard in Kyiv】
On the eve of Zelenskyy's upcoming key meeting with Trump, Russian forces launched another large-scale air strike on Kyiv. Newly released video shows a Russian drone directly crashing into a high-rise residential building in Kyiv, causing a violent explosion and fire. U.S. media believe this attack is seen as a strong display of military power by Putin ahead of Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump.
According to a report by Associated Press, the attack began at dawn on December 27 and lasted for several hours, with continuous explosions in Kyiv. Zelenskyy stated that this air strike demonstrates that Putin does not want peace. However, the Russian side stated that this large-scale attack was intended as retaliation for Ukraine's attacks on targets within Russia.
In recent days, Ukraine has increased its attacks on targets within Russia, including oil refineries, military bases, ports, and even oil drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea. The strategic intent of the Ukrainian forces is clear: to severely impact Russia's financial revenue and disrupt social stability in Russia. The impact on Russia has already been evident, with a sharp rise in gasoline prices, long lines at gas stations, and a significant reduction in Russia's oil exports.
Currently, Ukraine and Russia seem to be trapped in a "vicious circle," where both sides have more offensive actions but lack sufficient defense. Russian forces bomb targets within Ukraine, but the Ukrainian air defense system struggles to intercept them. The situation for Russia is also bad, as Ukrainian drones often enter Russian territory unimpeded and attack targets, while the Russian air defense system frequently fails to respond. With the United States restarting the peace process, the subsequent offensive and defensive actions between the two countries are expected to become even more intense.
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