Ukraine launches 40-day operation to ‘pressure Russia to end the war’

Ukraine has initiated a strategic 40-day operation targeting energy and military infrastructure in Russian-occupied Crimea, hoping to exert pressure on Moscow to bring an end to its ongoing conflict. This aggressive campaign comes after weeks of strikes that have aimed to weaken Russia's military and energy capabilities. The move is significant as it signals Ukraine's intent to escalate its resistance and could potentially shift the dynamics on the ground, but it also raises the stakes in an already volatile region. This operation underscores the urgency and the high-risk strategy Ukraine is employing to break the stalemate and force a resolution.