Russia Expands Attacks on Ukrainian Urban Infrastructure to Force Depopulation

Russia is broadening its strikes on Ukrainian cities beyond energy infrastructure to include depots, railways, bridges, communications, data centers, and water networks, aiming to make cities uninhabitable and drive residents out. Kyiv asserts this is a deliberate strategy, echoing tactics used in Grozny and Mariupol, though its political effectiveness remains uncertain. The expansion marks a shift from purely military targets to civilian urban systems, potentially escalating the humanitarian crisis.