Ukrainian authorities say Russia fired more than 50 missiles and 20 drones, targeting energy infrastructure around the country.
But months of inaction has resulted in real costs for Ukrainian forces on the battlefield in both territory and casualties, these officials say.
Russian forces are expected to attempt to make further progress and consolidate earlier gains, before this window of opportunity closes.
Western and Ukrainian officials view the near-term threat of stepped-up attacks as tied to Russian plans for a larger offensive early this summer.
US and Ukrainian officials remain concerned about a further partial mobilization by Russia to send more manpower to the frontlines, as Ukraine is struggling with its own manpower shortage.
Persons:
”, Oleksiy Goncharenko, Mike Johnson, ” Goncharenko, Chasiv
Organizations:
CNN, ” CNN
Locations:
Russia, Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, Avdiivka, Pokrovsk, Chasiv Yar, Bakhmut