Ukraine's Struggle Against Russian Aggression

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This chapter delves into the challenges faced by the Ukrainian military, including the drop in morale and the need for trained personnel and ammunition supplies. It also highlights the resilience of Ukrainian society in resisting Russian occupation, the struggles faced by families and soldiers, and the impact of war on the male population. The conversation emphasizes the ongoing societal strains in Ukraine, Putin's concerns with public sentiment, and the battle for democracy and prosperity amidst the conflict.

In this roundtable discussion our editors examine how the past year has progressed, discuss how things may go over the next year and consider a few fundamentally positive truths about the whole conflict. Meanwhile our senior producer travels through Ukraine, getting a measure of both determination and despondency among soldiers and civilians.

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