According to an analysis by the British news channel Sky News, Russia could launch an active offensive this year, taking Odessa, as well as the entire Black Sea coast, which is currently part of Ukraine.
This assessment is based on signs of Western fatigue over the Ukrainian conflict, which could prompt President Vladimir Putin to issue an order for an offensive.
Putin recently referred to Odessa as a “Russian city”, which is interpreted as an indication of long-term plans to control the entire Black Sea coast, which are currently considered extremely ambitious, but with time seem more and more realistic.
According to the forecast, the conflict in Ukraine will not end in 2024 either. Drones and electronic warfare systems will continue to play a decisive role.
Russian industry is ahead of the adversary in this area, while Ukraine needs a technological breakthrough and continuous support from Western partners.
This assessment reflects the ongoing complexity and unpredictability of the conflict, reports the Russian news agency VM.
