As Russian and Ukrainian forces continue to make gains in the war, Sky’s military analyst Professor Michael Clarke assesses the situation on the ground.

    It’s been two weeks since Ukraine began its cross-border offensive against Russia.

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    28 Comments

    1. The ukrainians entering Russia was a mistake I said it in the beginning and I'm saying it now. Russian forces are going further into Ukraine while Ukraine is pushing into a trap there going to get cut off boxed in there going to lose those troops

    2. With superior numbers and weapons, Russia's military results are inadequate. That clearly shows the problem of systemic errors in the Russian army: poor political and ideological work, very poor strategic and tactical forecasting ability, especially the commanders' ability to direct combat is too weak. Russia is shooting itself in the foot! If they had absorbed a part of Vietnam's military art, the results would have been very different.

    3. Kursk region is just 6,000 population mostly agricultural land on Ukraine side Donbass region is about 60,000 population plus strategically weapon supply line for key strategic position so who is in the upper hand 🤫🤫🤫🤭

    4. Ukrainian are better at evacuating civilian ..?? The Ukrainians stormed kursk and people were never warned of the danger .. and your telling us Russians are not good at it??

    5. Chechnya, Dagestan, Ingushetia, North Ossetia-Alania, and Karelia are often considered as key sources of recruits for Russia due to economic challenges in these regions, although some argue that recruiting from countries like India could be more cost-effective.

    6. More BS. The Ukrainians are better at everything compared to the Russians according to Clarke. That is why they are losing the war so convincingly. There is no seesaw. The Russians are advancing all along the line of contact and the Ukrainian incursion in Kursk is rapidly turning into another Bakhmut with momumental losses in personnel and equipment. The Russians have evacuted 180,000 people in Kursk from 06/08/2024.
      The Kursk incursion has sealed Ukraines fate They have used their best men and equipment in what is no more than an attempt to get the Russians to deploy men and material awqy from the south or a worst PR stunt. Either way it is an abject failure. They have seriously weakened their own lines of defence and split their forces into more easily manageable pockets for the Russians to deal with. Yet another monumental mistake no doubt aided by NATO and the West.

    7. I’ve said this before when they first went into Russia 🇷🇺 and all western media was jubilating. LETS SEE HOW LONG THEY CELEBRATE THOSE WALKING CORPSES THAT WENT INTO RUSSIA.

    8. The situation in Ukraine, especially regarding the territories of Donbass and Crimea, is complex and delicate. Below are some general considerations on steps Ukraine can take to address these issues:

      Restoration of territories
      International diplomacy:

      Strengthening alliances: Seek continued support from allies and international organizations such as NATO and the UN to pressure Russia through sanctions and diplomacy.
      Negotiations: Engage in diplomatic negotiations to find a negotiated solution that takes into account Ukrainian sovereignty and the rights of the local population.
      Military actions:

      Military operations: Conduct carefully planned military operations to recover territories while ensuring that civilian casualties are minimized and the laws of war are respected.
      Military buildup: Increase defense capabilities with advanced technology and training provided by allies.
      Reconstruction and Reconciliation:

      Support for reconstruction: Develop plans for rebuilding infrastructure and support for communities affected by the conflict.
      Reconciliation Programs: Implement reconciliation programs to integrate communities in restored territories and promote national unity.
      Preventing the nuclear threat
      Preventive diplomacy:

      Negotiations with Russia: Seek diplomatic channels to reduce nuclear tensions and agree on controls.
      Dialogue with Belarus and Chechnya: Maintain open communication with these actors to avoid escalation and ensure they are not used as platforms for attacks.
      Preparedness and Protection:

      Strengthening air defenses: Develop and deploy advanced defense systems to detect and respond to potential nuclear threats.
      Emergency Preparedness: Establish emergency protocols for the public in the event of a nuclear attack, including preparing shelters and medical resources.
      Sanctions and International Pressure:

      Economic sanctions: Push for tough international sanctions against Russia to deter it from using nuclear weapons.
      International cooperation: Work with other countries to provide a united front against any nuclear threat and strengthen international non-proliferation treaties.
      A combination of diplomacy, military training and international cooperation is essential both for territorial recovery and for preventing nuclear threats.

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