Up until a few weeks ago, it appeared as though the battle in Ukraine would continue into the bleak winter with neither side making any discernible headway as reported by CNN.
Recriminations in MoscowThat prognosis has changed with the sudden and successful Ukrainian offensive through most of occupied Kharkiv, which has galvanized Ukraine’s Western backers as much as it has led to recriminations in Moscow.
There are important political dynamics involved too.
The Kremlin faces tough choices:...
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