The Intelligence from The Economist The battlefield broadens: Ukraine resists
Feb 28, 2022
Shashank Joshi, The Economist's defense editor, dives into the unexpected resilience of Ukrainian forces against Russian advances, highlighting how President Zelensky unites national resolve amid escalating conflict. He discusses the significant shifts in European security dynamics and the complexities of potential peace negotiations. Stephen Mazie, Supreme Court correspondent, reflects on Ketanji Brown Jackson's groundbreaking nomination as the first Black woman to the Supreme Court, examining its implications for representation and partisanship.
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Putin's miscalculation
- Russia's invasion of Ukraine is not going as planned.
- They haven't secured a single city and have suffered heavy losses.
Reasons for Russia's struggles
- Putin underestimated Ukrainian resistance and made military errors.
- Extended supply lines, drone attacks, and low morale plague Russian troops.
Western Response
- The West's response to the invasion has been unexpectedly strong.
- Support includes arms provisions and Germany's increased defense spending.