It is noted that months of US inaction led to losses for Ukrainian forces on the battlefield.
Western intelligence believes Russia is seeking to use what it sees as a “window of opportunity” to further escalate air and ground attacks on Ukraine ahead of major US military aid deliveries. Three officials familiar with the latest estimates told CNN.
Officials said there will be a delay between the passage of the bill and the arrival of most of the aid that will make a significant difference on the front lines, a delay they believe Russia will try to take advantage of.
Months of US inaction have led to losses for Ukrainian forces on the battlefield, officials say. And now there are fears that Russian troops will try to make further progress and consolidate earlier gains before this “window of opportunity” closes.
Western and Ukrainian officials believe the short-term threat of increased attacks stems from Russia’s plans for a larger offensive early this summer. They are concerned about further partial mobilization in Russia to send more “manpower” to the front lines while Ukraine grapples with its own shortages. “, the publication says.
As for Ukraine’s prospects in the coming weeks, even with new aid arriving, one US military official told CNN: “At best, it will hold the line.”
Help for Ukraine from the United States – statement by the head of the Pentagon
Let us recall that the other day US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said that it is “too early” to talk about the effect on the battlefield of the US funding provided to Ukraine: it takes time for Kyiv to be able to receive some of the allocated capabilities.
“We are prioritizing critical things like air defense and artillery ammunition,” he said.
