Ukraine War: Where could the spring offensive start from?

Synopsis

As dawn broke just hours before Russia's Victory Day Parade, explosions rock the Ukrainian capital, with missiles intercepted and windows shaking violently. President Zelensky meets with the leader of the European Union, highlighting the increasing missile strikes as a sign of Russia's failing war efforts. Despite ongoing attacks and the remnants of destroyed Russian armor from the initial invasion, Ukraine remains resolute. The nation prepares for a counter-offensive, bolstered by extensive supplies of Western ammunition and equipment. Ukrainian forces, highly motivated and training rigorously, aim to break through Russian defenses, particularly targeting the southern front to disrupt the land bridge to Crimea. However, the front line has seen minimal movement, with Russia fortifying its positions with deep trenches. The success of this counter-offensive is crucial for Ukraine to shift the battlefield dynamics and secure continued Western support.