Kremlin's Aggression Escalates as Ukraine Reclaims Territory

Russia is escalating its attacks in Ukraine's Kharkiv region in an attempt to regain territory lost during Ukraine's counteroffensive last year. As Ukraine focuses on the southern front, the Kremlin's forces are heavily targeting Kupiansk, an important logistics hub. The Russian offensive comes as fighting in Ukraine's east remains deadlocked, with both sides struggling to make significant gains. Ukrainian forces are prepared and have built a strong defense line, led by experienced General Oleksandr Sirskiy. Russia has conducted airstrikes and shelled Ukrainian positions, but their attacks have not been successful so far.