That is as expected. They seem to be gearing up for one last serious offensive before winter sets in. Artillery would be intended to soften up the targets befor

That is as expected. They seem to be gearing up for one last serious offensive before winter sets in. Artillery would be intended to soften up the targets before sending in infantry. Judging by what we've seen so far, it's almost certainly going to be a disaster. They will achieve a few objectives of little tactical value at immense, horrific cost in human lives. It will be declared a victory before going on winter hiatus to re-arm and regroup.