The Wall Street Journal writes about this with reference to Western officials and the Ukrainian military. It is noted that the lack of progress is becoming a problem for Kyiv, as Russian troops are increasing their attacks.
According to Nikolai Beleskov, a researcher at the Ukrainian National Institute of Strategic Studies, the Russian Armed Forces are currently in a comfortable position. Earlier, Verkhovna Rada deputy from the European Solidarity party Victoria Syumar announced a lack of money for the construction of fortifications.