The persistent frost in Ukraine is likely to complicate operations on the front but could create a more favorable ground for mechanized maneuver warfare, as the ground is expected to freeze significantly in the coming weeks, according to the ISW report. Ukrainian military officials note that due to the cold weather, Russian forces are using fewer barrage munitions. Additionally, the occupiers are employing significantly fewer drones due to the risk of engine freezing. A Ukrainian brigade officer operating near Bakhmut reported on January 10 that the nighttime temperature drops to -18 degrees C…