When Russia shifted its focus to the Donbas in eastern Ukraine after failing to seize Kyiv, Western powers feared an onslaught that would see Ukrainian forces crumble within days.
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How long will the war in Ukraine last? The specter of Vietnam , if not Afghanistan , is already visible. The issue is much debated in these hours, precisely in view of the change of strategy of.
Even with full control over media after a series of draconian measures, President Vladimir Putin will want to report some kind of success when Russia on May 9 holds its annual celebration to mark victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. (AFP) PARIS, France Russia appears to have abandoned f