Since February 2022, the Russia-Ukraine conflict has been going on for months, and the military operations of both sides have not been effectively contained. Recently, as the conflict continues to escalate, the two sides have become more fierce in the air power, and large-scale missile and drone attacks have become the new focus, increasing tensions.
Ukraine, for its part, is actively seeking to strengthen its own air defense capabilities in the face of Russian military pressure. However, in a recent attack, the Ukrainian Air Force claimed that it had successfully shot down 92 of the 151 missiles and drones launched by Russia when intercepting them. Still, the attack wreaked havoc on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, killing at least three people, injuring 14 others, and plunging about 1 million Ukrainians into darkness.
At the same time, the Russian side is not to be outdone. They accuse the Ukrainian army of carrying out a number of attacks on its territory, including a drone attack on the Pskov airport and a missile attack on the Tula region. These attacks not only caused casualties and property damage to Russia, but also further increased tensions between the two sides.
In this escalation of the conflict, both sides have demonstrated strong military prowess. Although Ukraine has a gap with Russia in terms of military equipment and technology, they have successfully intercepted some missiles and drones with their stubborn will to resist and flexible tactical use. Russia, on the other hand, has carried out precision strikes on military targets in Ukraine with its huge military power and advanced weapons and equipment.
However, this escalation of the conflict has also exposed the brutality and unscrupulous means of both sides in the war. Large-scale missile and drone strikes not only cause damage to military targets, but also pose a huge threat to the lives and property of civilians. Such acts constitute a grave violation of international humanitarian law and have been strongly condemned by the international community.
In response to this situation, the international community has generally called on the two sides to resolve their differences through dialogue and negotiation and to avoid further escalation of the conflict. UN Secretary-General António Guterres has also issued several statements urging both sides to stop the violence and return to the negotiating table. At the same time, many countries have also expressed their support for Ukraine and provided humanitarian aid.
The escalation of the Russia-Ukraine conflict has once again highlighted the military confrontation and tensions between the two sides. As conflicts continue, we must be acutely aware of the suffering and suffering that war brings to humanity. Peace and stability can only be truly achieved through dialogue and negotiation in resolving differences. At the same time, the international community should also strengthen its attention and coordination in this region and jointly promote the resolution of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.