Selenskyjs Appeal: Western weapons for the protection of Ukraine in winter

Selenskyjs Appeal: Western weapons for the protection of Ukraine in winter

The effects of the Ukraine war on European energy supply

In the context of the continuing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the situation becomes increasingly critical, especially when it comes to the safety of energy supply in Europe. Ukraine is faced with the challenge of a threatening winter, while Russia and its military strategies significantly endanger the resilience of the Ukrainian energy network.

The Ukrainian President Wolodymyr Selenskyj has therefore vigorously appealed to the western countries to expand their arms deliveries. This requirement includes the use of medium -range missiles that are able to attack military bases deep in the Russian hinterland. These strategies are not without reason: In view of the massive attacks on the Ukrainian energy infrastructure, a winter of people threatens a winter of people without electricity and heating. In view of this devastating situation, Selenskyj's urgency must be followed.

However, the western states, especially the USA and Germany, are faced with a difficult decision. There is afraid of an escalation of the conflict. Vladimir Putin could make it spread to the Russian territory to spread to nuclear means in the face of this distress. Even if such a development is considered uncertain, the risk of this situation is not to be underestimated. The West must therefore carefully consider how it reacts to the escalation of the Russian attacks.

A solution could be in the intensification of support for the Ukrainian air defense. It is becoming increasingly clear that rapid reinforcement of the air defense systems on Ukrainian soil is of crucial importance in order to counteract the impending energy crisis. While Germany has already provided military help, other EU countries are less willing to support.

The European Community must position itself clearly and make it clear that escalating German recruitment does not leave any space for hesitation. Otherwise, a mass fleeing of Ukrainian civilians to Western Europe could be imminent, which would bring additional social and economic stress for the receiving countries.