Ukraine seeks weapons to counter Russia’s ability to strike

Rescue workers survey the scene of a Russian attack on Kyiv, Ukraine on October 10, 2022 [Adam Schreck/AP Photo]

An explosion on the Kerch Bridge connecting the Crimean Peninsula to Russia has led to massive Russian retaliation against Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure in the 33rd week of the war.

This, in turn, has led to Ukraine stepping up requests to allies for bolstered air defences and longer-range weapons with which to hit Russian forces.