A Russian cruise missile flew into Polish airspace overnight, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha said. NATO member Poland has not officially confirmed what type of “unidentified object” it was.
ConflictsAccording to Russia expert Johan Norberg, talk of a Russian spring offensive is a chimera. He says the important thing for Russia is to maintain the image of an offensive.
WorldThe Ukrainian population is being subjected to increasingly severe attacks by Russia. According to Lieutenant Colonel Johan Huovinen, this may be Moscow's response to Ukrainian drone attacks in recent weeks on key Russian oil facilities in the Gulf of Finland.
ConflictsThe Russian drone outside Malmö fits into a larger pattern, says Russia expert Johan Norberg. Russia is constantly testing borders, he says.
SwedenIntense fighting is underway in Pokrovsk, Ukraine, and Russia appears to have the upper hand. But if you look at the bigger picture, not much is different in the war compared to three years ago, according to Russia expert Johan Norberg. A lot is happening but very little is changing if you look at how the front lines are moving.
WorldRussian claims of extensive military successes on Ukrainian territory are being rejected by Ukraine. On the contrary, Russia seems to have barely advanced at all since November 2022.
ConflictsDemands for a ceasefire are met with counter-demands, ultimatum after ultimatum, and both Russia and Ukraine anxiously follow every hint from the USA. But Vladimir Putin's goal with the invasion remains firm, emphasizes FOI analyst Johan Norberg.
ConflictsRussia's claim that they have retaken Kursk does not affect the military situation – but can still have consequences. This is not a huge deal, but it can have a certain political symbolic significance, says military analyst Johan Norberg.
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