Throughout history, weather has often been a key factor in warfare. This winter, Russia faces a new challenge, and the bitterly cold weather may once again become an important player in the war.
The historical role of the bitter cold
In past wars, the bitter cold often had a decisive impact on the outcome of the war. In 1812, the French army led by Napoleon suffered a harsh winter in Russia, which led to a large number of ** and eventual retreats. During World War II, although the Germans suffered from the cold near Moscow, they were not affected as badly as the French because of the more modern supply methods of the time.
This year's bitter cold
This year, the Ukrainian Meteorological Observatory predicted the coming cold weather on January 3. Temperatures are expected to drop significantly in the area of the Svatovo-Kremina line of fire, which will further freeze the soil and affect the fighting in the area. **Temperatures will also drop on the line from Mutt to Maryinka, which could have an impact on military operations on both sides of Russia and Ukraine.
Supplies and the bitter cold
In modern warfare, the importance of supply is self-evident. Judging from the current situation, the supply of the Russian and Ukrainian armies on the line from Svatovo to Kreminna, and then to **mut to Maryinka does not seem to have been seriously affected by the severe cold weather. Therefore, it is still unknown whether this year's severe cold will become a favorable factor for the Russian side.
The strategic use of the cold cold
Although the bitter cold may not play much of a role in the case of adequate supplies, the Russian side is still trying to take advantage of the cold weather by launching missile strikes on Ukrainian power facilities. This strategy is intended to force Ukraine's infrastructure back to the negotiating table by weakening it. However, the reaction of Ukraine does not seem to have become as determined as the Russian side expected.
Despite the attempts of the Russian side to use the cold and energy as a strategic tool, the historical winter will not be repeated. Every winter is unique, and the outcome of a war is not changed by the weather alone. This winter, regardless of the impact of the cold on the tide of battle, we will witness the development of history and learn from it to better face the future. At this momentous moment in history, we must have a clear understanding of the current situation in order to better respond to the challenges that may arise.
Everyone has a responsibility to face the rise and fall of nations, and this is a challenge that needs to be faced by all of us. This winter, we will continue to witness the course of history.