While acknowledging current battlefield setbacks, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte asserts that Ukraine is not losing the war, citing the heavy Russian casualties—estimated at 1,000-1,500 daily—as evidence of unsustainable Russian gains. He emphasizes the West’s crucial role in preventing Russia from achieving its objectives and ensuring Ukraine’s eventual strong position. Rutte cautions against premature peace negotiations with Russia, highlighting the Bucha atrocities as a testament to Putin’s brutality and the need for lasting security guarantees for Ukraine. Continued Western support, he argues, is vital to achieving this.
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Putin still believes he can win in Ukraine, and honestly, who can blame him? The Western assessment may be grim, but the reality is that he has the upper hand in this conflict. The war of attrition is playing right into Russia’s strategy, and unless Ukraine receives more support, Putin’s victory seems inevitable. It’s a harsh truth that we must accept.
The power dynamics at play in this conflict are clear. Russia has the time and resources on its side, and Putin knows this. He understands that as long as the West hesitates to send aid, Ukraine will struggle to stand its ground.… Continue reading
As I read through various comments and opinions on the conflict in Ukraine, I can’t help but feel frustrated with the lack of action and support from the Western countries. President Zelenskyy’s recent statement about the stalemate in the ground war and the need for modern equipment resonates deeply with me.
It’s disheartening to see how Ukraine, a country fighting against terrorists with one of the largest armies in the world, is struggling to secure the necessary resources to defend itself. The shortage of ammunition is just one aspect of the problem; they also need modern equipment to level the playing field.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker