Is Russia actually planning to invade Ukraine?
2 years, 10 months ago

Is Russia actually planning to invade Ukraine?

NPR  

Is Russia actually planning to invade Ukraine? Scott Simon talks to political scientist Harun Yilmaz, who argues that Russia will gain less by actually invading Ukraine than by threatening to do so. And a full invasion - it does not fit into Moscow's cost-benefit calculus because they usually pursue a cost-efficient policy when it comes to the use of hard power in geopolitical goals. YILMAZ: The real target is not Ukraine, but Moscow wants to force Western countries to finally sit down for negotiations on issues of European security because since 1991, this is the first time the West has engaged seriously with Russia to discuss European security things in a way to the strategy that they're pursuing. And Moscow wants arrangements to be made on several issues, but these are European security matters, including halting the development of intermediate-range ballistic missiles in Europe and limiting military exercises in close proximity to Russian borders because if you go back a little bit, in October 2018, the Trump administration decided to withdraw from the 1987 Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty, which was signed by Reagan and Gorbachev.

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Britain says Russia will ‘pay the price’ for Ukraine invasion as fresh wave of sanctions unveiled
1 year, 7 months ago

Britain says Russia will ‘pay the price’ for Ukraine invasion as fresh wave of sanctions unveiled

The Independent  

Rishi Sunak has issued a warning to Vladimir Putin that he and other Western leaders are “not going away”, at the start of the G7 summit in Japan. The prime minister said Russia’s president must understand that Western allies of Ukraine are “steadfast” in their support for the country’s resistance against his invasion. The prime minister said Russia will “pay …

Caught between the West and Russia, could Georgia be the next Ukraine?
1 year, 9 months ago

Caught between the West and Russia, could Georgia be the next Ukraine?

CNN  

CNN — Protests erupted in Georgia this week after the country’s parliament passed the first reading of a draft law that would require some organizations receiving foreign funding to register as “foreign agents.” Georgia’s ruling party announced Thursday morning it would scrap the controversial bill following two nights of widespread protests in Tbilisi over fears it would drive a wedge …

Top Zelenskyy adviser discusses Ukraine's latest military moves
2 years, 3 months ago

Top Zelenskyy adviser discusses Ukraine's latest military moves

NPR  

Top Zelenskyy adviser discusses Ukraine's latest military moves AMARTÍNEZ, HOST: All right, now we're going to hear about Ukraine's perspective on these Russian plans. Greg, we had this breaking news this morning, and I understand you yesterday spoke with a top adviser to Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. But some of those who have remained in these areas do support Russia, …

As Russia advances, is Western support for Ukraine faltering?
2 years, 6 months ago

As Russia advances, is Western support for Ukraine faltering?

Al Jazeera  

As the war rages into a 17th week, Kyiv is appealing for more heavy weapons, but rhetoric from Western leaders suggests support may be ebbing. In the Donetsk region, Ukraine’s Joint Forces command said on June 13 it had recaptured three settlements from Russia and pushed the front forward by 15km. “According to our estimates, Russia still has the potential …

Russia claims advances in Ukraine amid fierce fighting
2 years, 6 months ago

Russia claims advances in Ukraine amid fierce fighting

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Russia on Tuesday claimed to have taken control of 97% of one of the two provinces that make up Ukraine’s Donbas, bringing the Kremlin closer to its goal of fully capturing the eastern industrial heartland of coal mines and factories. Speaking earlier to a Financial Times conference, Zelenskyy insisted on Ukraine’s need to defeat Russia on the …

The status of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
2 years, 6 months ago

The status of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

The Hindu  

The story so far: Three months after Russia started the invasion of Ukraine, its troops are making slow but steady advances in the eastern Donbas region. As its advances slowed down, Russia pulled back troops from around Kyiv, ending its efforts to envelope the city, and retreated from Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second largest city which lies about 40 km from the …

Russia says Ukraine war enters new ‘phase’
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia says Ukraine war enters new ‘phase’

Al Jazeera  

Russia’s Sergey Lavrov says ‘another phase’ of invasion has begun as Ukraine reports increased fighting in the east. Russia’s defence ministry said that “high-precision air-based missiles” had hit 13 Ukrainian positions in parts of the Donbas while other air raids “hit 60 military assets”, including in towns close to the eastern front line. Ukraine’s armed forces also confirmed that fighting …

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: List of key events on day 43
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: List of key events on day 43

Al Jazeera  

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 43rd day, here is a look at the main developments. Ukraine’s government has told residents in the country’s east to evacuate “now” or “risk death” ahead of a feared Russian onslaught on the Donbas region. Ukrainian authorities cannot help people evacuate from the eastern front-line town of Izyum or send humanitarian aid because it …

Has Russia’s military campaign in Ukraine lost momentum? | In Focus podcast
2 years, 9 months ago

Has Russia’s military campaign in Ukraine lost momentum? | In Focus podcast

The Hindu  

We are now into the fourth week of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and there is still not much clarity or consensus on whether and to what extent, Russia has been able to execute its military objectives in this time period. While there is no doubt that Ukraine has decisively won the propaganda war, with the world’s sympathy overwhelmingly in its …

Is Russia’s invasion of Ukraine going to plan for Moscow?
2 years, 9 months ago

Is Russia’s invasion of Ukraine going to plan for Moscow?

Al Jazeera  

Russian forces are reported to be struggling with poor logistics and low morale, while facing strong resistance. It’s been nearly two weeks since Russia’s president launched an invasion of Ukraine. Vladimir Putin promised to demilitarise and ‘de-nazify’ the country, and protect civilians he says have been abused by Ukraine’s government. Presenter: Folly Bah Thibault Guests: Pavel Felgenhauer – Defence and …

'No longer inevitable': British admiral casts doubt Putin's 'decimated' forces can win in Ukraine
2 years, 9 months ago

'No longer inevitable': British admiral casts doubt Putin's 'decimated' forces can win in Ukraine

Raw Story  

Speaking on the BBC’s Sunday Morning program, the head of Britain’s Armed Forces speculated that Vladimir Putin's "decimated" military forces currently involved in the unprovoked invasion of Ukraine will not be able to provide him with the victory he desires. Cautioning that he expects the Russian president to ramp up attacks on Ukrainian armed forces and citizens, Admiral Tony Radakin …

Russia will achieve its aims in Ukraine through 'negotiation or war', says Putin; Mariupol encircled
2 years, 9 months ago

Russia will achieve its aims in Ukraine through 'negotiation or war', says Putin; Mariupol encircled

India Today  

Russia will achieve its objectives in Ukraine either through "negotiation or war", Russian President Vladimir Putin told his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron on Sunday. Russian forces encircle Mariupol Civilian evacuation in the eastern port city of Mariupol was "halted" for a second consecutive day with Russia and Ukraine blaming each other for it. Russian President Putin, in another phone call …

Analysis: Russia invaded Ukraine a week ago. What comes next?
2 years, 9 months ago

Analysis: Russia invaded Ukraine a week ago. What comes next?

CNN  

Moscow CNN — Russia’s assault on Ukraine is just a week old, but its consequences have already been catastrophic. Territorial goals Russian forces are also waging campaigns far from Kyiv, attempting to take control of key cities in Ukraine’s south and southeast, including Kherson. One former NATO Commander told CNN: “It is quite clear that Putin is pushing for a …

Why has Putin attacked Ukraine?
2 years, 9 months ago

Why has Putin attacked Ukraine?

Al Jazeera  

“We are fighting on the defensive against an offensive from Russia for our right to exist and to live.” “Ukraine is an independent country; Ukraine is not Russia,” says Ukrainian Member of Parliament, Lesia Vasylenko, speaking to Marc Lamont Hill from the capital, Kyiv. But to be honest, nothing can prepare you for full-on war with the biggest military power …

Russia has invaded Ukraine. Here's what you need to know
2 years, 10 months ago

Russia has invaded Ukraine. Here's what you need to know

ABC  

Russia has invaded Ukraine after President Vladimir Putin authorised a military operation in the Eastern European country. Russian troops have entered the southern port cities of Mariupol and Odesa, as Ukraine's foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba warned a "full-scale invasion" was unfolding. Prime Minister Scott Morrison said Australia would join other Western nations to impose sanctions, announcing eight individuals on Russia's …

Russia Ukraine News: Vladimir Putin declares war on Ukraine, calls on Ukrainian military to lay down its arms
2 years, 10 months ago

Russia Ukraine News: Vladimir Putin declares war on Ukraine, calls on Ukrainian military to lay down its arms

India TV News  

Highlights Announcing the military action, Putin claimed it’s intended to protect civilians Putin said Russia doesn’t have a goal to occupy Ukraine Putin said the responsibility for bloodshed lies with the Ukrainian “regime” Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced a military operation in Ukraine, claiming it’s intended to protect civilians. In a televised address, Putin said the action comes …

Ukraine’s leader urges civilians to fight, promises to arm all
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine’s leader urges civilians to fight, promises to arm all

Al Jazeera  

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the government will issue weapons to every citizen who wants to defend Ukraine. “To everyone in the Russian Federation who has not lost their conscience, it’s time to come out with protests against the war with Ukraine,” he said. Together we must save Ukraine, save the democratic world, and we will do it.” Meanwhile, an adviser …

Is Russia’s move into Ukraine an ‘invasion’ or not? An explainer
2 years, 10 months ago

Is Russia’s move into Ukraine an ‘invasion’ or not? An explainer

LA Times  

When Russian President Vladimir Putin authorized troops to cross Ukraine’s border into regions controlled by Russian-backed separatists, the White House initially stopped short of calling it an “invasion.” That changed Tuesday, and key allies in Europe joined in saying that Putin had crossed a red line. “We saw last night that further Russian troops moved into the Donbas, into parts …

White House begins referring to Russia action in Ukraine as "invasion"
2 years, 10 months ago

White House begins referring to Russia action in Ukraine as "invasion"

India Today  

The White House has begun referring to Russian troop deployments in eastern Ukraine as an "invasion" after initially hesitating to use the term - a red line that President Joe Biden has said would result in the US levying severe sanctions against Moscow. He said that “if we do fail to stop Mr. Putin now - to stop his aggression …

White House Says Russia Is Invading Ukraine, Rapidly Escalating Border Crisis
2 years, 10 months ago

White House Says Russia Is Invading Ukraine, Rapidly Escalating Border Crisis

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Russian troops have begun invading neighboring Ukraine, a White House official said Tuesday, defying fierce diplomatic efforts by world leaders and President Joe Biden’s threats of severe economic retaliation. A White House national security adviser, Jonathan Finer, told CNN that “the beginning” of Russia’s “latest invasion” was underway and that Biden would be rolling out new sanctions …

US says Russia closer to invading Ukraine, agrees to meeting
2 years, 10 months ago

US says Russia closer to invading Ukraine, agrees to meeting

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Russia on Sunday rescinded earlier pledges to pull tens of thousands of its troops back from Ukraine’s northern border, a move that U.S. leaders said put Russia another step closer to what they said was the planned invasion of Ukraine. Russia’s action extends what it said were military exercises, originally set to end Sunday, that brought an …

US says Russia closer to invading Ukraine, agrees to meeting
2 years, 10 months ago

US says Russia closer to invading Ukraine, agrees to meeting

The Hindu  

In what appeared to be a last-ditch diplomatic gambit brokered with the aid of French President Emmanuel Macron, the White House said U.S. President Joe Biden has agreed “in principle” to a meeting with Russia’s President Vladimir Putin as long as he holds off on launching an assault that U.S. officials warn appears increasingly more likely. White House press secretary …

Russia Ukraine news: Russia orders final preparations for invasion, claims US
2 years, 10 months ago

Russia Ukraine news: Russia orders final preparations for invasion, claims US

India TV News  

Highlights Residents of Ukraine’s capital filled a gold-domed cathedral to pray for peace At least 1,50,000 Russian troops are deployed outside Ukraine’s borders, along with tanks, warplanes In Kyiv, life outwardly continued as usual for many on a mild winter Sunday Russia on Sunday rescinded earlier pledges to pull tens of thousands of its troops back from Ukraine’s northern border, …

Boris Johnson says Russian invasion of Ukraine would be biggest war in Europe since 1945
2 years, 10 months ago

Boris Johnson says Russian invasion of Ukraine would be biggest war in Europe since 1945

The Independent  

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Who needs an invasion? Putin’s offensive against Ukraine has been underway for a long time
2 years, 10 months ago

Who needs an invasion? Putin’s offensive against Ukraine has been underway for a long time

LA Times  

Tanks and armored vehicles move during a Russian-Belarusian joint military drill this month. “Putin’s intimidation tactics are a great way of keeping Ukraine locked in the economic doldrums and vulnerable to Kremlin pressure,” economist Anders Aslund wrote last week. Russian government spokesmen hinted at such a move last week when they claimed that Ukraine was carrying out “genocide” against the …

Biden sure Putin will invade in days
2 years, 10 months ago

Biden sure Putin will invade in days

Hindustan Times  

Russia’s Vladimir Putin has decided to invade Ukraine within days, US President Joe Biden said on Friday after separatists backed by Moscow told civilians to leave breakaway regions on buses, a move the West fears is part of a pretext for an attack. “As of this moment, I am convinced that he has made the decision.” Russian troops on Ukraine’s …

Biden is ‘convinced’ Putin has decided to invade Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

Biden is ‘convinced’ Putin has decided to invade Ukraine

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — U.S. President Joe Biden said Friday that he is “convinced” Russian President Vladimir Putin has decided to invade Ukraine, including an assault on the capital, as tensions spiked along the country’s militarized line with attacks that the West said could be “false-flag” operations meant to establish a pretext for invasion. With an estimated 150,000 Russian troops posted …

Biden 'convinced' Russia will invade Ukraine, but still hopes diplomacy will prevail
2 years, 10 months ago

Biden 'convinced' Russia will invade Ukraine, but still hopes diplomacy will prevail

NPR  

Biden 'convinced' Russia will invade Ukraine, but still hopes diplomacy will prevail Enlarge this image toggle caption Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images In his clearest language yet, President Biden says he's convinced Russia has decided to invade Ukraine. Sponsor Message "We are doing everything in our power to remove the reason Russia may give to …

Biden says he believes Putin has already decided to invade Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

Biden says he believes Putin has already decided to invade Ukraine

LA Times  

President Biden said Friday he was convinced Russian leader Vladimir Putin has decided to invade Ukraine, as the situation in the former Soviet republic took a more ominous turn toward war. “We believe that they will target Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, a city of 2.8 million innocent people,” Biden said in a somber White House address. “We’re calling out Russia’s plans …

Why U.S. strategy includes raising public alarms on Russia
2 years, 10 months ago

Why U.S. strategy includes raising public alarms on Russia

NPR  

Why U.S. strategy includes raising public alarms on Russia Enlarge this image toggle caption Andrew Harnik/Pool/AFP via Getty Images Andrew Harnik/Pool/AFP via Getty Images The U.S. is engaging in high-stakes diplomacy as it insists Russia is preparing for a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Sponsor Message How the U.S. hopes to prevent war U.S. State Department spokesperson Ned Price defended the …

Biden says US believes Putin has decided to invade Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

Biden says US believes Putin has decided to invade Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

US president says Russian attack could be ‘in coming days’, but says path of diplomacy still open to reduce tensions. Joe Biden has said he is “convinced” that Russian President Vladimir Putin has decided to invade Ukraine, warning that such an attack could happen in the coming days. Speaking from the White House on Friday afternoon, Biden said Russian troops …

Russian Attack On Ukraine Possible In 'Next Several Days': US President Joe Biden
2 years, 10 months ago

Russian Attack On Ukraine Possible In 'Next Several Days': US President Joe Biden

ABP News  

New Delhi: US President Joe Biden said on Thursday that the threat of a Russian invasion of Ukraine was possible in "next several days" but he had no plans to call President Vladimir Putin, AFP reported. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Biden said the the threat of a Russian attack on Ukraine was "very high". "There is no …

Biden warns Russia could attack Ukraine within days
2 years, 10 months ago

Biden warns Russia could attack Ukraine within days

Al Jazeera  

Joe Biden says there was ‘every indication’ Russia was prepared to attack Ukraine as NATO warns Moscow may be trying to ‘stage a pretext’ for an invasion. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said pro-Russian forces had shelled a daycare centre, in what he called a “big provocation”. UN Political Affairs Chief Rosemary DiCarlo said, “Whatever one believes about the prospect of …

Russia mocks western media outlets over speculations of Ukraine invasion
2 years, 10 months ago

Russia mocks western media outlets over speculations of Ukraine invasion

Op India  

Maria Zakharova, the Russian foreign ministry diplomat has lashed out at certain Western media publications for their dubious claims of Russia’s supposed invasion of Ukraine. Zakharova, who is the Director of the Information and Press Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, asked the western media to announce the schedule of Russian ‘invasions’ for the coming year so …

Analysis: Is a Russian attack on Ukraine imminent?
2 years, 10 months ago

Analysis: Is a Russian attack on Ukraine imminent?

The Hindu  

In a televised address on Monday, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had declared Wednesday, which U.S. officials say could be the date of a Russian attack, as a day of “national unity”. When he met the visiting French President, Emmanuel Macron, in Moscow last week, Mr. Putin told him Russia would not escalate. On Monday, at the same time …

Russia says it’s ready to keep talking about Ukraine crisis
2 years, 10 months ago

Russia says it’s ready to keep talking about Ukraine crisis

Deccan Chronicle  

MOSCOW: The Kremlin and the West held out the possibility of a diplomatic path out of the Ukraine crisis, even as Russia appeared to continue preparations for a potential invasion, including moving troops and military hardware closer to its neighbor. Lavrov said possibilities for talks “are far from being exhausted.” Putin noted that the West could try to draw Russia …

Russia to invade Ukraine at 1am tomorrow, reports quoting US top officials say
2 years, 10 months ago

Russia to invade Ukraine at 1am tomorrow, reports quoting US top officials say

India TV News  

Highlights Russia is set to invade Ukraine at 1am tomorrow, US top officials were quoted as saying. Russia is set to invade Ukraine at 1 am tomorrow, reports quoting highly placed sources in the US government suggested. US officials dismissed the claims, and said that the invasion is set for February 16 with a massive missile blitz and 200,000 troops. …

Russia could invade Ukraine this week, warns Britain
2 years, 10 months ago

Russia could invade Ukraine this week, warns Britain

Live Mint  

There is no sign yet that Russia will de-escalate the crisis in Ukraine and there is a "grave possibility" that Moscow could invade this week, Prime Minister Boris Johnson's spokesman said on Monday. The sovereign right of the Ukrainian people to join NATO cannot be traded away, Boris Johnson said on Monday, adding he would be talking to U.S. President …

February 13 2022 news on the Ukraine-Russia border crisis
2 years, 10 months ago

February 13 2022 news on the Ukraine-Russia border crisis

CNN  

Ukrainian Armed Forces hold a drill near the city of Kharkiv, located in eastern Ukraine, on February 10. Ukraine’s Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov said Saturday that Russia – which he described as “the aggressor” – would not capture any Ukrainian cities if it attempts to invade the country. In a statement, Reznikov said the “armed forces of Ukraine are absolutely …

Jake Sullivan says Russia could invade Ukraine ‘any day now’
2 years, 10 months ago

Jake Sullivan says Russia could invade Ukraine ‘any day now’

CNN  

CNN — National security adviser Jake Sullivan issued a stark warning Sunday that the United States believes Russia could launch an invasion of Ukraine this week, but is still holding out hope diplomacy can prevail. “We cannot perfectly predict the day, but we have now been saying for some time that we are in the window, and an invasion could …

Biden warns Putin of a decisive response if Russia invades Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

Biden warns Putin of a decisive response if Russia invades Ukraine

NPR  

Biden warns Putin of a decisive response if Russia invades Ukraine Enlarge this image toggle caption The White House/AP The White House/AP President Biden on Saturday warned Russian President Vladimir Putin that if Russia invaded Ukraine, the U.S. and its allies would "respond decisively and impose swift and severe costs on Russia," the White House said. "President Biden reiterated that …

White House says Russia could invade Ukraine within the week
2 years, 10 months ago

White House says Russia could invade Ukraine within the week

The Hindu  

The White House said Friday that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could come within the week, possibly within the next two days, even before the end of the Winter Olympics, and urged Americans to leave the country now. US national security adviser Jake Sullivan said the United States did not have definitive information that an invasion has been ordered by …

U.S. warnings turn more dire about prospect for Russian invasion of Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

U.S. warnings turn more dire about prospect for Russian invasion of Ukraine

LA Times  

Biden administration officials warned Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin could invade Ukraine before the end of the Olympics. Speaking from the White House briefing room, national security advisor Jake Sullivan cited shifting U.S. intelligence that showed “new forces arriving at the Ukraine border.” Although he would not elaborate on the new intelligence, Sullivan declared that an attack “could begin …

Ukraine-Russia crisis: What to know about the fears of war
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine-Russia crisis: What to know about the fears of war

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — High-stakes diplomacy and military maneuvering continued Wednesday as Britain launched its own diplomatic effort to help avert a possible Russian invasion of Ukraine. British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss flew to Moscow on Wednesday for talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, and Prime Minister Boris Johnson plans to travel to Poland and NATO headquarters on Thursday. But the …

Ukraine to unleash ‘bloody hell’ on Russia if it invades: Expert
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine to unleash ‘bloody hell’ on Russia if it invades: Expert

Al Jazeera  

Ukrainian ex-defence official and expert Alexander Khara talks to Al Jazeera about the possibilities of a major war with Russia. Alexander Khara: First of all, we should not talk about an invasion of Ukraine, because we’ve been under Russian aggression since 2014. That’s why it’s more correct to talk about a full-fledged or all-out war, or some new front lines …

Ukraine: Russia could launch invasion ‘any day’, causing ‘enormous human cost’, US says
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine: Russia could launch invasion ‘any day’, causing ‘enormous human cost’, US says

The Independent  

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Officials: Russia at 70 % of Ukraine military buildup
2 years, 10 months ago

Officials: Russia at 70 % of Ukraine military buildup

The Hindu  

Russia has assembled at least 70 % of the military firepower it likely intends to have in place by mid-month to give President Vladimir Putin the option of launching a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, U.S. officials say. U.S. officials have said in recent weeks that a Russian invasion could overwhelm Ukraine's military relatively quickly, although Moscow might find it difficult …

Russia at 70 per cent of Ukraine military buildup: US Officials
2 years, 10 months ago

Russia at 70 per cent of Ukraine military buildup: US Officials

Deccan Chronicle  

WASHINGTON: Russia has assembled at least 70 percent of the military firepower it likely intends to have in place by mid-month to give President Vladimir Putin the option of launching a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, U.S. officials say. U.S. officials have said in recent weeks that a Russian invasion could overwhelm Ukraine’s military relatively quickly, although Moscow might find it …

Russia at 70% of Ukraine military buildup: US Official
2 years, 10 months ago

Russia at 70% of Ukraine military buildup: US Official

India Today  

Russia has assembled at least 70 percent of the military firepower it likely intends to have in place by mid-month to give President Vladimir Putin the option of launching a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, US officials say. US officials have said in recent weeks that a Russian invasion could overwhelm Ukraine's military relatively quickly, although Moscow might find it difficult …

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