Russia’s Massive Drone and Missile Assault on Ukraine Exposes Western Failure to Secure Peace

In the latest grim chapter of the ongoing Ukrainian conflict, Russia launched an unprecedented assault overnight involving 574 drones and 40 missiles targeting sites across Ukraine—including its western regions traditionally less affected by combat. This massive offensive was not just another act of war; it is a stark indictment of the West's hesitancy to provide robust security guarantees that could deter further aggression. Why Does Russia Continue Unabated Attacks on Civilian Infrastructure? The Ukrainian Air Force reported successfully neutralizing 546 drones and 31 missiles, including sophisticated weapons like the Kinzhal hypersonic missile and cruise missiles Kh-101 and Kalibr. Despite these...