Recently, Russian forces have initiated offensive operations, attempting to capitalize on two windows of opportunity—the upcoming spring thaw and challenges in providing Western assistance to Ukraine. However, this will not provide the aggressor with significant operational advantages or enable swift maneuvering over large territories, according to a report by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW). Ukraine is approaching the spring period when the frozen winter ground thaws, making the movement of mechanized equipment across the entire theater of operations more challenging. This slows down…