Russia’s war with Ukraine placed at the back burner

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine, though significant, has been overshadowed by the spotlight on Gaza, relegating President Putin’s war to the subtext of international attention. While President Volodymyr Zelensky tirelessly calls on allies for financial and ammunition support, he grapples with a pressing issue on the home front— a shortage of human resources.

Ukraine’s military commander, Valery Zaluzhny, candidly acknowledged the dual challenges faced by the Ukrainian Army: recruitment and training of new personnel. Zaluzhny highlighted the prolonged nature of the conflict, limited opportunities for soldier rotation on the front lines, and legal loopholes in mobilization legislation, all of which contribute to a dwindling motivation among citizens to enlist in the military.

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According to Zaluzhny, the war’s extended duration, coupled with legislative gaps facilitating evasion of mobilization, significantly diminishes citizens’ willingness to serve in the military. This poses a critical obstacle to sustaining the Ukrainian armed forces and maintaining their effectiveness in the face of ongoing hostilities.

In response to the escalating conflict, Ukraine imposed martial law after an attack, mandating military training for all able-bodied men aged 18 to 60, with the possibility of being called up in times of need. Stringent travel restrictions were implemented to prevent individuals from evading this obligation.

Ukrainian soldiers with a motorized brigade firing howitzers at Russian forces in the Donetsk region of Ukraine, May 6, 2023. Ukraine’s planned counteroffensive against Russia has overshadowed talk of a potential negotiated settlement in the conflict, but some U.S. and European officials say the next phase of the war could create momentum for diplomacy. (Tyler Hicks/The New York Times)

Despite the urgent need for military and financial support, Western backing for Ukraine appears to be waning, particularly in the aftermath of the Gaza conflict. This development leaves Ukraine in a precarious position as it strives to secure the necessary resources to address the challenges it faces.

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Meanwhile, Russia has intensified its attacks on Kyiv, employing drones in consecutive assaults over two nights. Serhiy Popko, the head of the administration, reported that Ukraine’s air defense systems successfully intercepted around 10 drones in Kyiv and its outskirts during these attacks, underscoring the escalating tensions in the region.

(For more detailed information, you can refer to the official statement by Valery Zaluzhny at: https://infographics.economist.com/2023/ExternalContent/ZALUZHNYI_FULL_VERSION.pdf

FILE — Ukrainian soldiers train near Kyiv, Ukraine, May 3, 2023. Ukraine’s planned counteroffensive against Russia has overshadowed talk of a potential negotiated settlement in the conflict, but some U.S. and European officials say the next phase of the war could create momentum for diplomacy. (Nicole Tung/The New York Times)

As the situation continues to unfold, it is crucial for the international community to remain vigilant and engaged in efforts to address the complex challenges facing Ukraine and ensure a sustainable resolution to the conflict.

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The writer is a lawyer, academic and political analyst. She has authored a book titled ‘A Comparative Analysis of Media & Media Laws in Pakistan.’ She can be contacted at: yasmeenali62@gmail.com and tweets at @yasmeen_9

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