Russia-Ukraine war: What would a victory look like now to Putin?
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia-Ukraine war: What would a victory look like now to Putin?

Al Jazeera  

Having failed to take over Ukraine, what are President Putin’s military prospects now? As the war on which he staked his tough-man reputation, as well as his country’s economy, fails to meet any of its objectives, how will Putin frame “victory” on May 9? ‘Putin’s proven himself quite capable of twisting truths’ –Margarita Konaev, research fellow at Georgetown’s Center for Security and Emerging Technology Konaev expects that to save face, Putin will try to distract from the reality of the war and double down on the narrative that has worked thus far: a call to nationalism and the argument that this is a war forced on the Russians by NATO expansion and that Ukraine is not a real country. Another pretext for the war was to “de-Nazify” Ukraine, and the city’s defence has included the members of the far-right Azov battalion. “I think Putin is aware, if you look back at Soviet imperial history, that there’s a long history of leaders dying in office.” A war of attrition that will last ‘as long as Putin is in place’ -Mathieu Boulege, senior research fellow at the Chatham House think tank in London Boulege believes that, after initially receiving poor intelligence, Putin is finally cognisant that his forces are overstretched.

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How 2025 could bring Putin closer to victory over Europe
1 week, 2 days ago

How 2025 could bring Putin closer to victory over Europe

The Independent  

Ordinarily, it’s historians writing after the fact that identify the pivotal dates in wars when the road to victory or defeat becomes clear. Since well before the US election, there has been no doubt that the return of Donald Trump to the White House could be decisive for Ukraine’s continuing ability to resist Russia’s onslaught. open image in gallery Donald …

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin launches New Year’s Day drone attack on Kyiv with pregnant woman among injured
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2 weeks ago

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin launches New Year’s Day drone attack on Kyiv with pregnant woman among injured

The Independent  

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In New Year speech, Russian President Vladimir Putin says ‘everything will be fine’, mum on economy, Ukraine war
2 weeks ago

In New Year speech, Russian President Vladimir Putin says ‘everything will be fine’, mum on economy, Ukraine war

Live Mint  

Russian President Vladimir Putin greeted his countrymen with a bouquet of confidence as the country moves into 2025 but offered no specific promises on the economy or the war in Ukraine. "Dear friends, in just a few minutes 2025 will be ushered in, completing the first quarter of the 21st century," Putin said in the televised remarks. He also praised …

When Russia fights the wrong enemy
2 weeks ago

When Russia fights the wrong enemy

Live Mint  

Like Czar Nicholas II, Russian President Vladimir Putin has misidentified his primary foe. In the Russo-Japanese War, Nicholas fought Japan over Manchuria for concessions that Russia could not monetize, instead of investing in the railways and munitions needed to fight the country’s actual enemy, Germany, a decade later. Its long list of grievances dates back centuries, to the czars who …

Everything will be fine: Putin's New Year message to Russia amid economic crisis
2 weeks ago

Everything will be fine: Putin's New Year message to Russia amid economic crisis

India Today  

President Vladimir Putin told Russians in a New Year address that the country would move forward with confidence in 2025, though he offered no specific promises on the economy or the war in Ukraine. In 2024, Russia was invaded for the first time since World War Two as Ukraine grabbed a slice of its western Kursk region in a surprise …

How 2025 could bring Putin closer to victory over Europe
2 weeks, 1 day ago

How 2025 could bring Putin closer to victory over Europe

The Independent  

Ordinarily, it’s historians writing after the fact that identify the pivotal dates in wars when the road to victory or defeat becomes clear. Since well before the US election, there has been no doubt that the potential return of Donald Trump to the White House could be decisive for Ukraine’s continuing ability to resist Russia’s onslaught. open image in gallery …

As Trump returns to the White House, and Putin’s forces advance – what next for Ukraine in 2025?
2 weeks, 4 days ago

As Trump returns to the White House, and Putin’s forces advance – what next for Ukraine in 2025?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. As Kira Rudik, a Ukrainian opposition leader, puts it: …

Putin signals no rush to end Ukraine war in marathon TV appearance
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Putin signals no rush to end Ukraine war in marathon TV appearance

Live Mint  

Russian President Vladimir Putin appeared in no hurry to seek an end to the war in Ukraine during his annual set-piece television event Thursday, seeking instead to project Russia’s strength despite President-elect Donald Trump’s stated goal of achieving a quick peace. Any attempt at brokering peace faces significant obstacles, with analysts saying that Putin believes he is winning the war …

Putin hints at end to Ukraine war as he begins annual marathon news conference and says Russia is close to 'reaching our primary goals' - a month before Trump returns to White House
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Putin hints at end to Ukraine war as he begins annual marathon news conference and says Russia is close to 'reaching our primary goals' - a month before Trump returns to White House

Daily Mail  

Vladimir Putin has hinted at an end to the Ukraine war as he started his annual marathon news conference in Russia. Vladimir Putin has hinted at an end to the Ukraine war as he started his annual marathon news conference in Russia Russia's T-72 tanks drive during military drills held at a firing range amid Russia-Ukraine conflict, in the southern …

Putin says he’s ‘ready’ for potential talks with Trump during year-end news conference
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Putin says he’s ‘ready’ for potential talks with Trump during year-end news conference

CNN  

CNN — Russian President Vladimir Putin put a positive spin on a spate of recent setbacks Thursday, insisting in a marathon news conference that Russia had accomplished its mission in Syria and was winning the war in Ukraine. “You asked what we can offer, or what I can offer to the newly elected President Trump when we meet,” Putin said …

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,019
1 month ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,019

Al Jazeera  

Here is the situation on Monday, December 9: We discussed important issues on the battlefield and in the global situation, from our frontlines to North Korea. I stated that we need a just and enduring… United States President-elect Donald Trump has called for an immediate ceasefire and negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to end “the madness”, prompting Zelenskyy and the …

Donald Trump's influence on Ukraine war already starting to show as new world order emerges
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Donald Trump's influence on Ukraine war already starting to show as new world order emerges

ABC  

The "Trump factor" is already kicking in. It would have been clear to anyone who has visited Ukraine since Russia's invasion in February 2022 that Ukraine's leadership did not want Trump to win. Within 24 hours of the lifting of its restriction on attacking Russia, Ukraine fired six ATACMS into the Bryansk region – Russia says it intercepted five and …

Putin open to discuss Ukraine ceasefire with Trump if Zelenskyy abandons Nato dream: Report
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Putin open to discuss Ukraine ceasefire with Trump if Zelenskyy abandons Nato dream: Report

Firstpost  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly said that he is open to discussing a Ukraine ceasefire deal with US President-elect Donald Trump only if Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy abandons ambitions of his country joining Nato Vladimir Putin is open to discussing a Ukraine ceasefire deal with Donald Trump but rules out making any major territorial concessions and insists Kyiv abandon …

Putin win in Ukraine 'no victory' for Trump: EU's top diplomat
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2 months ago

Putin win in Ukraine 'no victory' for Trump: EU's top diplomat

Raw Story  

EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell warned Monday that letting Russia win in Ukraine would represent a loss for the United States, as Donald Trump prepares to return to the presidency. "Certainly it would not be a victory for the American leadership if Ukraine crumbles down and Putin wins the war," Borrell told AFP on the first visit to Kyiv …

Will Putin congratulate Trump? Here's what Kremlin said
2 months, 1 week ago

Will Putin congratulate Trump? Here's what Kremlin said

Hindustan Times  

The Kremlin on Wednesday tread cautiously while making a statement after Donald Trump's emphatic victory in the 2024 US presidential elections, saying that the leader's "actions" in office will show whether he keeps his 'vow' of ending the Ukraine war. Conclusions on concrete steps, word Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Trump had made some significant statements about the Ukraine war, …

Ukraine Russia war latest: Trump urged to back Kyiv by Zelensky as Kremlin says ‘let’s see’ if he helps end war
2 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine Russia war latest: Trump urged to back Kyiv by Zelensky as Kremlin says ‘let’s see’ if he helps end war

The Independent  

✕ Close Video from Ukraine claims to show North Korean soldiers lining up to collect Russia military gear For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I …

‘Too early to rejoice’: Why Russia isn’t celebrating Trump win – yet
2 months, 1 week ago

‘Too early to rejoice’: Why Russia isn’t celebrating Trump win – yet

Al Jazeera  

Russia will gain from Trump’s pressure on Ukraine to negotiate a ceasefire but is unsure about how much he can do to end the war. “He has already announced that there will be no wars during his term, from which one could conclude that he plans to end the conflict in Ukraine and the Middle East.” Malinin, however, cautioned against …

What will Trump's presidency mean for Russia's war on Ukraine?
2 months, 1 week ago

What will Trump's presidency mean for Russia's war on Ukraine?

NPR  

What will Trump's presidency mean for Russia's war on Ukraine? toggle caption Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP KYIV — After Donald Trump’s resounding election win, Ukraine could lose the continued support of its most crucial ally, the U.S., which has spent $108 billion on military, humanitarian and economic aid to help Ukrainians since Russia's February 2022 invasion. “But we are so small …

Will Donald Trump's win mean that Volodymyr Zelensky now has to do a deal with Vladimir Putin?
2 months, 1 week ago

Will Donald Trump's win mean that Volodymyr Zelensky now has to do a deal with Vladimir Putin?

Daily Mail  

Ukraine could be forced to strike a deal with Vladimir Putin after Donald Trump's victory, a senior Conservative warned yesterday. Leonid Slutsky, head of the Russian parliament's foreign affairs committee, predicted Mr Trump's victory could trigger the collapse of the Ukrainian government and an end to Western aid. A Kremlin official said yesterday Russia would aim to 'achieve its goals' …

Ukraine Russia war latest: Trump urged to back Kyiv by Zelensky as Kremlin says ‘let’s see’ if he helps end war
Trending News
2 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine Russia war latest: Trump urged to back Kyiv by Zelensky as Kremlin says ‘let’s see’ if he helps end war

The Independent  

✕ Close Video from Ukraine claims to show North Korean soldiers lining up to collect Russia military gear For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I …

Russia boasts a Trump victory is bad news for Ukraine but says Putin has 'no plans' to congratulate the new president
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2 months, 1 week ago

Russia boasts a Trump victory is bad news for Ukraine but says Putin has 'no plans' to congratulate the new president

Daily Mail  

Russia has boasted that Donald Trump's victory is bad news for Ukraine as France has warned Europe must 'take charge of our own destiny'. Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump holds up a fist as he takes the stage with his wife Melania and son Barron, following early results from the 2024 U.S. presidential election in Palm …

What a Trump victory means for the world
2 months, 1 week ago

What a Trump victory means for the world

The Telegraph  

“I think our future won’t depend only on Trump,” said Olekseii, a soldier. But I hope for their common sense and they will continue to help.” But sources in Kyiv on Wednesday told The Telegraph they thought Trump might appoint an envoy to broker between Ukraine and Russia before the end of this month, and talks could be under way …

Ukraine’s Zelensky is rolling the dice on the battlefield with one eye on the US election
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine’s Zelensky is rolling the dice on the battlefield with one eye on the US election

CNN  

CNN — The past few weeks in the Ukraine war have felt like, to borrow an adage often attributed to Lenin, that decades have happened in them. It is remarkable how powerless the Kremlin appears to be to halt Ukraine’s progress, now three weeks in, despite having diverted 30,000 troops in that direction, according to a Ukrainian assessment given during …

Exclusive | Imperialist Putin won’t negotiate, war won’t end this year: Ex-Ukraine minister Gerashchenko
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Exclusive | Imperialist Putin won’t negotiate, war won’t end this year: Ex-Ukraine minister Gerashchenko

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: For nearly two weeks, Ukrainian forces have been seizing and holding Russian territory in what marks the first instance of a foreign military fighting inside Russia since World War II. Ukraine’s incursion into the Kursk region is an unexpected escalation, more than two years after Russian President Vladimir Putin launched his invasion of Ukraine. Russia's President Vladimir Putin …

Putin’s greatest fear is coming true with the Ukraine incursion – and he’s panicking
5 months ago

Putin’s greatest fear is coming true with the Ukraine incursion – and he’s panicking

The Independent  

Throughout its war with Russia, Ukraine has shown a remarkable capacity to take its much bigger invader by surprise. It came as Western military commentators seemed to agree that Vladimir Putin was winning a brutal war of attrition against his smaller neighbour, maybe forcing Ukraine to accept his demands in the coming months. There are some fears that a humiliated …

Ukraine faces twin challenges of fighting Russia and shifting political sands in the US
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Ukraine faces twin challenges of fighting Russia and shifting political sands in the US

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — After almost 30 months of war with Russia, Ukraine’s difficulties on the battlefield are mounting even as its vital support from the United States is increasingly at the mercy of changing political winds. A six-month delay in military assistance from the U.S., the biggest single contributor to Ukraine, opened the door for the Kremlin’s forces to push …

Why Russia-Ukraine War Is So Hard to Win, and How It Might End
6 months ago

Why Russia-Ukraine War Is So Hard to Win, and How It Might End

Bloomberg  

Russia’s war in Ukraine, which President Vladimir Putin once hoped to conclude in a few weeks, is grinding through its third year, with neither side able to gain a decisive upper hand. Bringing an end to the conflict — whether through one side’s clear victory, a messy compromise or simply a cessation of hostilities without a final deal — may …

Key events of Vladimir Putin’s 24 years in power in Russia
8 months, 1 week ago

Key events of Vladimir Putin’s 24 years in power in Russia

Associated Press  

Significant dates in Vladimir Putin’s 24 years in power in Russia: Dec. 31, 1999 — In a surprise address to the nation, Russian President Boris Yeltsin announces his resignation and makes Putin, the prime minister he appointed four months earlier, the acting president. May 8, 2008 — Barred by the constitution from running for a third consecutive term, Putin is …

Russia is gearing up for a big new push along a long front line
9 months, 1 week ago

Russia is gearing up for a big new push along a long front line

Live Mint  

The arrival of spring in Ukraine brings two kinds of respite. That should hinder the wave of Russian attacks along the front line that stretches across eastern and southern Ukraine. As we report, the decision by Trump-supporting Republicans in Congress to block the Biden administration’s $61bn military package for Ukraine is having an effect at the front line and above …

Putin’s mandate is for settling the Ukraine war
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Putin’s mandate is for settling the Ukraine war

New Indian Express  

There are times when one wonders whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been a below-the-radar ‘Russianist’ or an unabashed Russophile. Modi’s congratulatory message on Monday to Russian President Vladimir Putin on his magnificent election victory made headlines against the backdrop of the nasty characterisation of the poll as a sham and a fraud by the Western and Indian press. A …

How Putin’s land grab 10 years ago led to war with Ukraine and rising tensions with the West
9 months, 4 weeks ago

How Putin’s land grab 10 years ago led to war with Ukraine and rising tensions with the West

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Analyst Tatiana Stanovaya says Putin feels more confident than …

Putin wins record landslide in Russian election, early results show
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Putin wins record landslide in Russian election, early results show

Hindustan Times  

President Vladimir Putin won a record post-Soviet landslide in Russia's election on Sunday, cementing his grip on power though thousands of opponents staged a noon protest at polling stations and the United States said the vote was neither free nor fair. "The elections are obviously not free nor fair given how Mr. Putin has imprisoned political opponents and prevented others …

Russia says Ukraine has fired more missiles at a border region on the eve of election favoring Putin
10 months ago

Russia says Ukraine has fired more missiles at a border region on the eve of election favoring Putin

Associated Press  

Ukraine fired at least eight missiles at Russia’s Belgorod border region, killing two people and wounding 12, local officials said Thursday, as Kyiv’s forces apparently kept up efforts to rattle the Kremlin on the eve of Russia’s presidential election that is taking place amid a ruthless crackdown on dissent. “To say nothing of being able to control every aspect of …

3 things to watch for in Russia’s presidential election – other than Putin’s win that is
10 months ago

3 things to watch for in Russia’s presidential election – other than Putin’s win that is

Firstpost  

The 2024 election is taking place during the largest interstate conflict to take place this century Russians will vote in a presidential election from 15-17 March, 2024 and are all but guaranteed to hand Vladimir Putin a comfortable victory, paving the way for him to remain in power until at least 2030. While the result may be a foregone conclusion, …

Ukraine’s strategic goal in 2024 is to make Russia’s war felt in Moscow
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine’s strategic goal in 2024 is to make Russia’s war felt in Moscow

Al Jazeera  

Ukraine is doubling down on remote warfare to smash Putin’s power base and ability to fight. “Ukraine will launch a military offensive – it is clear,” said Tchakarova, who also predicted Russia’s 2022 invasion. Zelenskyy said this month that “our task this year is not only to bolster our sky shield and Ukraine’s long-range capabilities to the fullest extent possible, …

Putin warns risk of nuclear war if West sends troops to Ukraine
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Putin warns risk of nuclear war if West sends troops to Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

Two weeks ahead of the presidential election, the Russian leader says his troops won’t back down in Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned of a “real” risk of nuclear war if the Western countries sent troops to fight in Ukraine during an annual address to the nation two weeks ahead of the presidential election. The Russian leader previously pulled …

How Russia-Ukraine war has no winners but only losers
10 months, 2 weeks ago

How Russia-Ukraine war has no winners but only losers

Firstpost  

As the most probable scenario is a continued stalemate or a Ukrainian defeat, it is time for soul-searching When, at the dawn of February 24, 2022, Russian forces invaded Ukraine, war pundits believed that within a week or so, Kyiv would capitulate, cave in, and surrender. One estimate is that even before Russian tanks rolled inside the Ukrainian borders in …

'Russia must win this war': Trudeau's embarrassing gaffe after Ukraine visit | WATCH
10 months, 2 weeks ago

'Russia must win this war': Trudeau's embarrassing gaffe after Ukraine visit | WATCH

India TV News  

Warsaw: Taking a leaf out of US President Joe Biden's book, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made an embarrassing public gaffe when he said "Russia must win this war" following a visit to Ukraine, where he is shoring up support as Kyiv struggles to fight Russian troops as the conflict entered into its third year. While addressing a joint news …

What has Russia achieved during two years of war in Ukraine?
10 months, 3 weeks ago

What has Russia achieved during two years of war in Ukraine?

Al Jazeera  

The bloodiest conflict in Europe since World War II moves into its third year. The cost of the Russia-Ukraine war is already enormous: tens of thousands of soldiers killed on both sides; thousands of civilians dead; and millions of Ukrainians forced from their bombed-out towns and cities. Russian President Vladimir Putin remains defiant – saying there will be no peace …

Ukraine counts cost of two years of war as aid slows, Russia gains
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine counts cost of two years of war as aid slows, Russia gains

India Today  

Ukraine marks the second anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion on Saturday looking more vulnerable than at any time since the early days of Europe's most deadly conflict since World War Two. Looking to the end of 2024, US elections could bring a change in president and in policy towards Ukraine and its war with Russia, clouding the outlook for the …

Two years after Putin ordered a war on Ukraine, what’s changed in Russia?
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Two years after Putin ordered a war on Ukraine, what’s changed in Russia?

Al Jazeera  

While fears simmer on the border near Ukraine, life goes on as usual in most of Russia as Putin prepares for a predictable election. In that moment, you can only think, ‘This is the end.’’” Belgorod’s been bombarded several times since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, but December’s barrage was the deadliest. “Russia’s hidden …

Putin is trying to take advantage of a stalemate in Ukraine but the war is also draining for Russia
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Putin is trying to take advantage of a stalemate in Ukraine but the war is also draining for Russia

Associated Press  

When the invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022, some analysts predicted it might take as few as three days for Russian forces to capture the capital of Kyiv. With the war now entering its third year, Russian President Vladimir Putin seems to be trying to turn that initial failure to his advantage — by biding his time and waiting …

As the Ukraine war enters a third year, Putin waits for Western support for Kyiv to wither
10 months, 3 weeks ago

As the Ukraine war enters a third year, Putin waits for Western support for Kyiv to wither

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. With the war now entering its third year, Russian …

Putin claims if US stops giving Ukraine weapons the war will be over ‘in weeks’
11 months ago

Putin claims if US stops giving Ukraine weapons the war will be over ‘in weeks’

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Russian President Vladimir Putin …

Putin casts the Ukraine conflict as a fight for Russia’s survival as he seeks reelection
11 months, 1 week ago

Putin casts the Ukraine conflict as a fight for Russia’s survival as he seeks reelection

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — President Vladimir Putin on Friday described Moscow’s military action in Ukraine as a battle for Russia’s survival as he campaigned for reelection next month in balloting that he’s all but certain to win. “We are doing what people expect us to do.” He again argued that sending troops into Ukraine was necessary to protect Russian speakers in eastern …

Ukraine’s statehood at risk of ‘irreparable blow’ if pattern of war continues, says Putin
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Ukraine’s statehood at risk of ‘irreparable blow’ if pattern of war continues, says Putin

Firstpost  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that Ukraine’s statehood could suffer an “irreparable blow” if the pattern of the war continued, and Russia would never be forced to abandon the gains it had made. Putin dismissed “so-called peace formulas” being discussed in the West and Ukraine and what he called the “prohibitive demands” they entailed. If this continues, Ukrainian statehood …

Putin ratchets up military pressure on Ukraine as he expects Western support for Kyiv to dwindle
1 year ago

Putin ratchets up military pressure on Ukraine as he expects Western support for Kyiv to dwindle

Associated Press  

After blunting Ukraine’s counteroffensive from the summer, Russia is building up its resources for a new stage of the war over the winter, which could involve trying to extend its gains in the east and deal significant blows to the country’s vital infrastructure. Russian President Vladimir Putin seems to be hoping that relentless military pressure, combined with changing Western political …

Putin ratchets up military pressure on Ukraine as he expects Western support for Kyiv to dwindle
1 year ago

Putin ratchets up military pressure on Ukraine as he expects Western support for Kyiv to dwindle

LA Times  

After blunting Ukraine’s counteroffensive from the summer, Russia is building up its resources for a new stage of the war over the winter, which could involve trying to extend its gains in the east and deal significant blows to the country’s vital infrastructure. Russian President Vladimir Putin seems to be hoping that relentless military pressure, combined with changing Western political …

Putin claims Russia’s military has the momentum in Ukraine and is poised to meet Moscow’s goals
1 year ago

Putin claims Russia’s military has the momentum in Ukraine and is poised to meet Moscow’s goals

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin declared Tuesday that his country’s military has seized the initiative in Ukraine after repelling a monthslong counteroffensive and is well positioned to achieve Moscow’s goals. “The enemy has suffered heavy casualties and to a large extent wasted its reserves while trying to show at least some results of its so-called counteroffensive to its masters,” …

How to read Putin’s poker face as he bets large on victory in 2024
1 year ago

How to read Putin’s poker face as he bets large on victory in 2024

The Independent  

Last week Vladimir Putin held his annual marathon press conference and town hall, and he gave no hint of any give in his approach to the war. As he put it, “Ukraine produces almost nothing today, everything is coming from the West, but the free stuff is going to run out some day, and it seems it already is.” President …

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