The Intelligence from The Economist The Intelligence: Ukraine’s war, two years on
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Feb 23, 2024 
In this insightful discussion, guests Shashank Joshi, defense editor; Edward Carr, deputy editor; Arkady Ostrovsky, Russia editor; and Sarah Larniuk, senior producer, offer a deep dive into the complex dynamics of the Ukraine conflict. They discuss the evolution of military strategies and the emotional toll on both soldiers and civilians. Hear about the stark realities on the ground, the decline in morale, and the critical need for international support as they navigate the tumultuous landscape of geopolitics and the war's profound impact on lives.
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Static Front Lines
- Front lines in Ukraine haven't moved significantly in the past year.
- Neither side has the capacity to change that drastically soon.
Evolving Warfare
- Increased intelligence and firepower, especially drones, have made movement difficult.
- Ukraine has been successful in the Black Sea, impacting the Russian fleet and grain exports.
Shifting Tides of War
- Early fighting suited Ukraine's mobile and inventive tactics, contrasting with the current fixed lines.
- Now, the war has become a resource test favoring Russia.