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The Ukrainian offensive underscores a strategic shift: Russia’s once seemingly invulnerable territory now faces tangible threats. While Moscow’s air defense systems intercept many drones, the persistent pressure indicates that Ukraine’s campaign is expanding the battlefield into Russia’s economic core.
The damage to fuel infrastructure not only hampers Russia’s military capabilities but also threatens to deepen economic instability. The strain could lead to further inflation, with domestic fuel prices potentially rising another 20% before winter. Although Russia can draw on reserves and control domestic distribution, the long-term effects of sustained attacks might challenge its economic resilience.