According to American officials, Ukraine is gearing up to launch a counteroffensive against Russian forces as early as next month. However, this move comes with immense risks as without a decisive victory, Western support for Ukraine could weaken, and Kyiv could come under increasing pressure to enter serious negotiations to end or freeze the conflict. American and NATO allies have supplied Ukraine with extensive artillery and ammunition for the upcoming battle, and officials are hopeful that the supplies will last. Leaked Pentagon documents suggest that 12 Ukrainian combat brigades of about 4,000 soldiers each are expected to be ready at the end of April, with the United States and NATO allies training and supplying nine of those brigades. Although Ukraine has shared few details of…
2023-04-24 16:54:20
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