Russia Intensifies Bombing of Eastern Ukraine with Retrofitted Glide Bombs

New airstrips and modified Soviet-era munitions enable increased attacks on front-line cities, causing extensive destruction and civilian casualties.

Kharkiv and other cities face relentless bombardment, turning urban areas into ruins.
Russia uses imported electronics to retrofit old bombs, circumventing sanctions.
New airfields close to the Ukrainian border facilitate frequent bomb launches.
Ukraine struggles to counter the air attacks due to restrictions on targeting Russian bases.
Civilians remain resilient despite the devastation, refusing to abandon their homes.