Russia Aims to Bomb Ukrainian Will and Solidarity into Submission

Russia may increasingly rely on missiles that target essential infrastructure, specifically heating and water systems, as its primary method to compel Ukraine toward a "capitulation." This strategic shift suggests a move away from conventional battlefield gains toward a war of attrition aimed at breaking the Ukrainian populace's resolve.

The intention behind such attacks is to undermine Ukrainian morale and solidarity by creating widespread hardship. By striking at the basic necessities of life, Russia appears to be attempting to exert maximum pressure on the civilian population, hoping that the ensuing suffering will lead to demands for surrender.

This approach signals a potentially brutal phase of the conflict, where civilian infrastructure becomes a direct target in an effort to achieve a decisive political outcome. The coming period is therefore expected to see a heightened focus on these types of attacks as Russia seeks to achieve its objectives.