Relations (1)

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Ukraine and Moscow are linked through the ongoing military conflict, as evidenced by Moscow's strategic targeting of Ukraine's infrastructure [1] and territorial ambitions in the Donetsk region [2], while Ukraine has retaliated with drone strikes and attacks directed at Moscow {fact:3, fact:5}. Furthermore, the geopolitical strain of the war in Ukraine is noted to create strategic space for Moscow [3].

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War in Ukraine | Global Conflict Tracker - Council on Foreign Relations cfr.org Council on Foreign Relations 4 facts
claimRussia has consistently targeted Ukraine’s power grid during each winter of the war, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Moscow is preparing another "massive strike" in the coming days.
claimMoscow continues attempts to capture the Donetsk region of Ukraine.
claimUkraine made small territorial gains and increased attacks on bridges to Crimea, Russian ships, and buildings in Moscow following the June 2023 counteroffensive.
accountUkraine launched its largest drone strike on Russian territory in November 2024, attempting to target Moscow.
How China and Russia View the Iran War Differently isdp.eu Jagannath Panda · ISDP 1 fact
claimThe war in Ukraine diverts Western attention and resources away from Ukraine, which creates strategic space for Moscow.