War expert: Russians are not changing tactics
Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Russia intensified its strikes on Kyiv, employing a strategy of large-scale combined missile attacks.
- The attacks primarily featured missiles, with a relatively low number of drones used.
- This tactic indicates Russia is not significantly altering its approach to aerial assaults.
Russia has intensified its aerial assaults on Kyiv, launching concentrated strikes that primarily utilize missiles. The current approach involves large-scale combined attacks, with a notable emphasis on missile volleys and a comparatively limited deployment of drones.
Military experts observe that this strategy suggests Russia is maintaining its established tactics for aerial bombardment. The reliance on a significant missile component within these combined assaults indicates a consistent approach rather than a shift towards drone-heavy operations. This sustained method of attack has been a recurring feature of Russia's military actions.
The intensity of the strikes on the Ukrainian capital highlights the ongoing nature of the conflict and Russia's continued efforts to pressure Ukrainian defenses. The specific composition of these attacks, favoring missiles, provides insight into the resources and strategic priorities being employed.
Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.