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Russia Faces Fork In the Road as Ukraine Military Gains Traction Around Kyiv

RUSSIA
  • Russia’s assault on Kyiv remains mostly stalled, with reports of Ukrainian counteroffensives gaining traction as Russian supply-lines break down. Negotiations saw little progress yesterday, despite concessions and clear terms from Zelensky.
  • Russia will need to resupply its troops to maintain pressure on the capital or escalate its aerial campaign in the near-term, but morale is low and falling among Russian troops.
  • Kyiv, however, remains notably strong with the chances of surrender decreasing as counteroffensives gain more traction.
  • Military difficulties place Russian in a difficult position of either needing to negotiate more vehemently or escalate militarily to avoid losing face politically.
MNI London Bureau | +44 020-3983-7894 | murray.nichol@marketnews.com
MNI London Bureau | +44 020-3983-7894 | murray.nichol@marketnews.com

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