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Why Ukraine’s allies are breaking self-imposed taboos in taking on Russia
The attack by pro-Ukrainian fighters on Russian border villages and the decision to consider supplying Kyiv with Western fighter jets point to a shift in favour of taking greater risks
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Ukrainian troops are using more artillery shells each month than many European countries are capable of manufacturing in a year.
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“Tomorrow, the day after tomorrow or in a week.” That’s how Ukraine’s National Security and Defence Council secretary Oleksiy Danilov responded to journalists inquiring when his country’s armed forces will launch their much-anticipated offensive against Russia.
Of course, we have heard the same talk for months; the only constant element in the war is the endless speculation about the date, scope and location of Ukraine’s counter-offensive.
