Due to Ukraine’s fierce resistance and successful attacks on Russian oil refineries, the Kremlin is preparing for a major escalation. According to Ukrainian authorities, the enemy plans to make the coming winter extremely harsh by attempting to destroy the energy infrastructure of cities.
A threat to the capital
Mayor of Kyiv Vitali Klitschko warned that Putin is under enormous pressure and is considering a scenario involving intensified attacks on the capital before the cold weather sets in. Ukrainian officials stress that the latest ballistic missile attacks were the largest on record since the start of the full-scale invasion.
Air defence remains a critical issue: the Ukrainian side has once again emphasised the urgent need for additional missiles for the Patriot systems in order to counter the intense shelling.
Escalation strategy
Information from the Russian dictator’s inner circle suggests that the successful strikes by the Ukrainian Defence Forces on Russian oil refineries and ports have not compelled the Kremlin to enter into negotiations. On the contrary, this has only intensified the aggression. Sources speaking to Western and Ukrainian media are predicting a new wave of escalation in the coming months.
The enemy’s objective remains the same: to leave millions of Ukrainians without electricity and heating this winter, using methods that will be even more extensive than in previous seasons.
«Mirror Response»
Vladimir Putin In its statements, it openly announces forthcoming attacks, promising «tit-for-tat» responses to Ukraine’s actions, which it claims will be several times more powerful. Despite this, the Kremlin acknowledges that strikes against their Oil refinery are causing serious problems with the supply of petroleum products within the Russian Federation, but he assures us that efforts are being made to stabilise the situation.
At present, Ukraine is continuing to strengthen its defences and is preparing for a confrontation, aware that The coming winter will be one of the greatest challenges to the country’s energy security.
