One of my go-to sources for Russo-Ukraine War analysis

One of the things I am a stickler for is getting informed opinions that are more than just copium. It doesn't matter what issue, it's just a healthier way to face life. One Telegram channel I appreciate a great deal regarding the war in Ukraine is simply called Military & Strategic. The author of most of the posts simply refers to himself or herself as The Analyst. The person is at minimum very familiar with the far east of Europe, and seems knowledgeable about military strategy and tactics. This is not someone with a crystal ball, but rather someone who does offer an informed perspective and a willingness to communicate truths that are unpleasant when needed. The Analyst was initially very skeptical about the latest incursion into Kursk, and their concerns are understandable and within the mainstream. Ukraine has very limited resources, so pulling troops off the front where the Ukrainians really do have a serious fight on their hands to invade Russia does appear at first glance to be as reckless as it is audacious, and one where it is initially unclear how Ukraine benefits beyond a short-term morale boost. There is also skepticism about the move pulling Russian troops from the front (especially in the Donbas region, where Russians have made very slow gains, but regrettably gains nonetheless), which seems to have been an objective here. After nearly a week, we are getting more clues as to what Ukraine is up to, and The Analyst has warmed up to the incursion (which also now includes Belgorod). This may be a high-risk/high-reward strategy that could work. The impression I get from this and other sources is that we will know more in due time, and it won't take long for us to gauge whether or not Zelinskyy and his team got it right or if this was a colossal clusterf*ck. Right now, I think I am going to be cautiously optimistic. If all goes well, when and if peace negotiations do start, Ukraine can have some much needed leverage to regain its land and liberate its people who are suffering under Russian occupation.

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