Sky News Daily All eyes on Gaza but what about Ukraine?
Jul 2, 2025
Michael Clarke, a defence analyst with extensive expertise in military strategy, discusses the ongoing conflict in Ukraine as global attention shifts to Gaza. He highlights Russia's summer offensive and the increasing pressure on Ukraine’s military resources. Clarke dives into the implications of the U.S. pausing weapon shipments and the challenges posed by dwindling support. He emphasizes Ukraine's efforts to ramp up domestic drone production despite resource constraints, revealing the complex geopolitical landscape that influences global aid and engagement.
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Russia's Aggressive Expansion Strategy
- Russia is conducting a broad offensive across a 1000 km front hoping to expand control into new areas.
- Putin believes that wherever Russian troops take ground becomes Russian territory, signaling an ambition of total conquest.
Russia's Military Tactics and Manpower
- Russia's army has grown from 200,000 to 750,000 troops mostly trained briefly and used in costly frontline 'human wave' tactics.
- Their tactical shift involves dismounted troops advancing in small groups due to vulnerability of armoured units to drones and artillery.
Heavy Cost for Limited Gains
- Russia has suffered over a million casualties yet controls only about 20% of Ukraine's territory.
- The war has been brutal and protracted since 2014, with Ukraine deeply fatigued but still resisting fiercely.