I fear that the only way for Ukraine to regain its territory is a Kharkiv or Kherson type “goodwill gesture”. That is, the Russians withdrawal because of military pressures, and a change of leadership.
Though the Russians seem to have little prospect of making large gains with the dwindling military, the Ukrainians likewise, even with improved assistance lack the capability to force the Russians into any kind of full scale retreat. Unless the political element is introduced.
Will be interesting to see if the effects of increased aid, more AD, and western aircraft will have more of an effect than i anticipate
I hope so
Perhaps the F-16s, if nothing else, can counter the SU35s and 25s so they cannot bomb UKR troops. That would be a big help.