Ukrainian units launched an air strike on Russian territory against several targets and caused some damage to it. This is the first frontal attack on Russian territory by Ukraine since the beginning of the war with Russia, which shows the determination and courage of the Ukrainians. However, such a move will also escalate cross-strait antagonism and further strain already tense international relations.
The Ukrainian night attack, in addition to several important military sites, included the western coastal region of Crimea. Ukraine has used sophisticated missiles and drones in an attempt to inflict a heavy blow on the Russian army and economic equipment. Ukraine aims to force Russia to abandon its military measures against Ukraine by containing it. At the same time, Ukraine also wants to use this to divert Russian forces in eastern Ukraine and the Crimea region, so as to buy Ukraine more time and space to counterattack.
Russia responded quickly and harshly to the night attack on Ukraine. Russia, using its strong air defenses, intercepted a small area of Ukraine. Russia has proven its air power and technology and has sent an alarm and threats to Ukraine. However, Russia has not been able to completely stop the Ukrainian attack, and in some places it has been damaged. The blow that this attack brought to Russia was not only a physical and mental blow, but also a mental blow. Russia is likely to retaliate more aggressively in the future, and it is also likely to intensify its strikes against Ukraine, to show that it will not rest on its laurels.
The attacks launched by the United States and Western countries on Ukraine and Russia also play a pivotal role. There are reports that during the Ukrainian military exercises, US fighter jets have also appeared in the region. This may mean that the United States is providing support to Ukraine in various ways, such as intelligence, communications, etc. The United States may be doing so to put pressure on Russia or to maintain its rights and influence in Europe. In addition to the United States, some other Western countries have also provided Ukraine, ammunition and other equipment, increasing support for Ukraine. This help will provide critical support and encouragement to Ukraine, as well as enhance its combat capabilities and self-confidence in the event of war with Russia. However, such help would also make Russia feel more and more isolated, more hostile, and more intense.
The large-scale attacks on Ukraine and Russia have aroused great concern and apprehension around the world. Some see this as a power struggle between Ukraine and Russia, in which there is a greater stake. There are those who believe that Russia's ultimate enemy is Russia's allies – a Western alliance that has always been hostile to it. If Russia were to attack the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, it could lead to a large-scale conflict and threaten the security of the international community. Against this backdrop, European countries, especially those in the European Union, are facing severe choices and challenges. The 31-nation North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is not monolithic, and Russia is more united and stronger, which may give it the upper hand in a long war. Therefore, it is necessary for NATO to strengthen exchanges and cooperation at home and provide support and assistance to Ukraine to prevent Russia from continuing to expand and provoke trouble.
In general, Ukraine's air strikes against Russia at night are an extremely important and far-reaching battle, which not only changes the war situation between Ukraine and Russia, but also attracts the attention of countries around the world. More time will be needed to study the outcome of this incident, but there is no doubt that this incident will have a profound impact on Ukraine, Russia, and even other relevant countries and regions. In this context, the two sides should deal rationally and rationally with the contradictions between Ukraine and Russia, in order to maintain world and regional stability and security through peaceful and diplomatic means.