Consider This from NPR Where The Ukraine War Goes Next
Jan 13, 2023
The podcast delves into the critical turning points in the Ukraine-Russia conflict. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba outlines the path to an acceptable resolution. Former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice advocates for increased military aid. There's a deep exploration of NATO's support dilemma and differing U.S. perspectives. The discussion also touches on Ukraine's resilience, military strategies for recovering territories, and the significance of defining victory amidst ongoing global tensions.
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Kuleba's Misread
- Mary Louise Kelly interviewed Dmytro Kuleba in January 2022, before the full-scale invasion.
- Kuleba projected calm then, but admits now he misread Putin's intentions.
Bakhmut & Soledar's Significance
- The key battleground is Bakhmut and Soledar, where Russia seeks a morale boost.
- However, the cost of Russia's advance is significant, strategically weakening them.
Putin's Diminishing Options
- Putin's only option is to lose the war, according to Kuleba.
- He keeps investing resources, especially human lives, in futile attempts to win.