Russia has increased its drone production. Not sure by how much but I doubt this will put Ukraine in an advantageous position.

On spending I found this interesting overview. uiamp.org/…/economics-russian-ukrainian-war-2022-… I have not checked it validity. The point is just to show what a huge economic burden the war is on Ukraine compared to Russia.

The question really is not what these two countries are looking for, as both are not very realistic. The question to me is: What and how can an end be realistically achieved, considering their opposed goals. I really don’t see how Ukraine’s position gets any better.

Maybe those military people could judge when a ceasefire makes sense. Politicians however have a mind of their own and personal gains often come before the well being of their people. Who makes the decision?