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Will Ukraine's attack inside Russia pay off?

Aug 19, 2024
Tim Mak, a Kyiv-based journalist and author of The Counteroffensive, discusses Ukraine's audacious military incursion into the Kursk region. He explains the strategic importance of this bold move, which diverts Russian troops from critical battlegrounds. Mak dives into the risks and rewards of attacking within Russian territory, the effect on morale in Ukraine, and how the shifting political landscape in the U.S. influences support. He examines Russia's challenges, including declining troop morale and misinformation tactics amidst Ukrainian advances.
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