Why Russia is expanding its war against Ukraine beyond the front lines
As battlefield gains slow, Moscow may be shifting its focus to Ukraine's economy and essential infrastructure. Francis Farrell explains why this could signal a more destructive phase of the war.
Chapters:
00:00 Russia gearing up for a new phase of 'total war'?
03:00 Russian army advances on the frontline much slower
04:11 Could Ukrainians sustain these war efforts?
05:00 Contest of wills on both sides
06:30 Zelenskyy: Ukraine demands 'just and lasting peace'
07:50 European countries show their support for Ukraine
09:20 DW Correspondent Nick Connolly from Kyiv
Video Summary
AI GeneratedFrancis Farrell of the Kyiv Independent discusses Russia's shift toward \"total war,\" characterized by targeting economic infrastructure and mass mobilization. Despite Ukrainian resilience and strategic strikes on Russian oil refineries, civilian casualties are rising. Meanwhile, President Zelensky marks Independence Day by urging allies for more air defenses and long-range missile technology to secure a lasting peace.