The Battle for Kyiv March 12, 2022

[Tomconroy]

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The operative lull in the battle for Kyiv over the last few days seems to be running to its end.

New indications suggest Russia is getting ready to relaunch a massive offensive in the region, the war’s main goal.

Despite a very complicated situation with many of its main axes of attack throughout Ukraine, Russia keeps throwing more military power west and east of Kyiv, in a bid to possibly surround and penetrate the city.

Satellite images issued by U.S. company Maxar reveal Russia’s very recent activity close to the Hostomel Airfield, including armored units and towed artillery.

“Russia is likely seeking to reset and re-posture its forces for renewed offensive activity in the coming days,” as the British Defense Ministry said in its March 11 intelligence update.

https://kyivindependent.com/national/russia-concentrates-military-power-for-kyiv-assault/

[mitch96]

1. "Russians don't have the troops to surround Kyiv.".. good, wear them down till they leave.nt

[Wounded Bear]

2. The farther into Ukraine they drive, the longer their supply lines grow...

and they become more exposed to small unit attacks that can snarl roads and demolish vehicles in their rear. Knock off the lead and last vehicle in a convoy and the rest get stuck in the kill zone.

They're not controlling the countryside well, and some gutsy small units can infiltrate and attack their rear areas. The Russians can provide security for their convoys, but that takes troops away from the front lines. It's the bane of all invading armies.