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NBCDec 23, 2022
Day 348: Kyiv Prepares for Renewed Russian Attacks
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The Facts
According to Ukrainian Pres. Zelenskyy's nightly address on Sunday, Kyiv is continuing to prepare for an imminent Russian bombardment as the anniversary of the Russian invasion draws nearer.
Ukraine's defense minister Oleksii Reznikov has said the nation has the reserves necessary to hold back Moscow's forces. "Despite everything," he stated, "we expect a possible Russian offensive in February." Reportedly, not all of the latest military supplies promised to Kyiv by western countries will have arrived in time to aid defense against the alleged coming attack.
The Spin
Anti-Russia narrative
Russia's deliberate targeting of energy infrastructure — unnecessarily increasing the suffering of civilians — amounts to war crimes. This continuing Russian barbarity must be confronted.
Pro-Russia narrative
Attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure are a direct consequence of the failure of the country's leadership to meaningfully engage in peace talks and the thought that they can defeat Russia on the battlefield. These attacks will stop once a more sober position is reached.