Helping Ukraine Prepare for Another Winter of Russian Air StrikesPresident Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned in April that “Ukraine must enter the next winter fully prepared.” The United States and other Western countries should take his message seriously and work with Kyiv to strengthen Ukraine’s air defenses and reduce the humanitarian impact of Russian air strikes now, before winter arrives. Large-scale Russian air strikes routinely struck major population centers and specifically targeted civilian infrastructure, such as the electrical grid. Mitigating the Impact of Russian Air StrikesEven with stronger air defenses, Ukraine’s partners should recognize that no realistic level of military assistance will completely shield the country from Russian attacks. Repair crews often work in these extreme conditions while facing the constant threat of renewed air strikes.