As the conflict in Ukraine approaches the end of its sixth month, Russia’s so-called “special military operation” shows little sign of slowing down, despite an ongoing Ukrainian counter-offensive in the northeastern Kharkiv region.
While the two sides stabilized the front lines for the time being, intense fighting continues, mainly in the form of tit-for-tat artillery barrages.
For the past week, headlines have been dominated by a Ukrainian counter-offensive that has succeeded in retaking several positions in Kharkiv. The operation is being hailed as the most significant Ukrainian victory since Russian forces withdrew from areas near Kyiv during the initial weeks of the conflict….