When do you think we'll get a clearer picture of what Ukraine's plans are here? To some extent, we're reliant on social media, particularly Russian bloggers who post pictures of what they see at the front lines. And finally, I'll be looking very closely for signs of Western equipment appearing on the battlefield. Signs that the most capable, offensively equipped Ukrainian brigades are beginning to appear,. Whether that's French tanks, German tanks, other armor.
After months of waiting, probing attacks have begun. A destroyed dam in Kherson suggests that Russia is upping the ante in response. But what else is in store? Uyghurs are still suffering in Xinjiang, and those who managed to escape China are being gagged. And, our columnist has some advice on keeping it together when the office is driving you mad.
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