Ukraine Faces Intensified Russian Offensive Amid Delays in Western Aid

Kyiv grapples with mobilization challenges and fortification issues as Russia seizes strategic opportunities.

Russian forces have made significant territorial gains in the Kharkiv region, exploiting delays in Western military aid to Ukraine.
Ukraine's mobilization and fortification efforts have been hindered by internal issues and continuous Russian bombardments.
President Zelenskyy warns of potential further intensification of Russian attacks and calls for more air defense and fighter jets.
Evacuations in conflict zones like Vovchansk are becoming increasingly perilous due to ongoing battles and artillery fire.
Ukraine is urging the West to lift restrictions on using Western weapons to strike Russian territory.