Ukraine War: New Phase Begins in January – Key Index Figures
Here’s a breakdown of how the war has changed on the battlefield, according to the text:
* Shift to Drone Warfare: The most important change is the dominance of drones. What was a novelty in 2023 became central to the conflict in 2024 and now defines the war in 2025.
* Decline of Artillery: The focus has shifted away from artillery.There’s less discussion about supplying artillery shells because the nature of the war has changed.
* New Attack Strategies:
* Russian Tactics: Russia now relies on mass drone attacks (hundreds of drones plus a smaller number of missiles) rather of precision missile strikes.
* Ukrainian Tactics: Ukraine, with US intelligence support, uses drones for deep strikes within Russia, targeting infrastructure like refineries.
* Front Line Tactics: Large troop concentrations are no longer possible. Drones constantly monitor movements, and any buildup is quickly targeted and destroyed. This has led to attacks being carried out by smaller units (4-5 people) attempting to infiltrate and secure positions.
In essence, the battlefield has become much more dispersed and reliant on real-time intelligence provided by drones, making traditional large-scale offensives far more tough and perilous.