On October 3, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Russia's preparations for a new tactic of airstrikes on Ukraine, which may be implemented ahead of the winter season. According to Zelensky, the primary targets of these attacks could include critical infrastructure.
Targets of the New Attacks
According to the information released by the president, Russia aims to focus its strikes on the following objects:
- logistics;
- roads;
- schools;
- hospitals;
- other critical infrastructure.
These targets indicate Russia's intention to inflict damage not only on military objects but also on civilian ones, which could lead to significant hardships for the population of Ukraine during the winter season.
Context and Consequences
During winter, when temperatures can drop to below freezing, strikes on critical infrastructure can have catastrophic consequences. Damage to roads and logistics routes will complicate the supply of goods and medicines, while attacks on schools and hospitals may lead to a humanitarian crisis.
President Zelensky emphasized that such actions by Russia are another manifestation of aggression and disregard for international norms that require the protection of civilian populations during armed conflicts.