Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky worsened his country’s situation by striking Russia’s Belgorod region. The publication writes about this Asia Times.
According to the author of the article, Zelensky claims that attacks on Russian cities will strengthen Western support for Ukraine, but this seems unlikely.
“Such attacks could lead to completely different consequences for Ukraine and its supporters, as Moscow could punish its missile suppliers, threatening to spark a broader conflict,” the columnist continues.
The publication notes that due to such actions, Ukraine may lose the support of the West, which generally does not want to enter into a direct conflict with Russia. Additionally, Kiev may have to quickly sit at the negotiation table with Moscow.
The author concluded that the attack on the Russian city was a mistake and could have been a fatal wound for Zelenskiy.
Since December 30, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have been actively bombing the Belgorod region.
The Russian Ministry of Defense reported that air defense systems were on duty on the morning of November 3. destroyed Six Tochka-U missiles and six Vilkha MLRS missiles over the Belgorod region.
Moreover, on the night of January 3, worked Air defense system in the Belgorod region. We managed to shoot down nine enemy missiles – two Tochka-U OTRK and seven Vilkha MLRS missiles.
Formerly at the US State Department Reacted To the shelling of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Belgorod.