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Ukraine’s top spy: Russia will be out of ‘military tools’ by spring

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Ukraine’s top spy for the military has made a startling revelation that Russia will run out of ‘military tools’ by spring, which could signal the end of the conflict.

Russia has been engaged in a long-standing conflict with Ukraine since 2014, which has resulted in thousands of deaths and the displacement of civilians. The conflict has been marked by numerous ceasefires, broken promises, and territorial annexations.

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According to Ukraine’s top military spy, Russia has exhausted its military capabilities in Ukraine, and the conflict has reached a stalemate. He claims that Russia’s military-industrial complex is unable to sustain the prolonged conflict, and its army is in need of rest and rearmament. Moreover, the spy suggests that Russia’s economy is struggling due to Western sanctions and the pandemic, which has further depleted its military resources.

Ukraine’s top official on military intelligence said:

“Russia has wasted huge amounts of human resources, armaments and materials. Its economy and production are not able to cover these losses. It’s changed its military chain of command. If Russia’s military fails in its aims this spring, it will be out of military tools.”

However, some analysts are skeptical of this claim, arguing that Russia’s military capabilities are still formidable, and it may have other military options, such as cyberattacks or proxy warfare. Furthermore, they point out that Russia has recently deployed more troops and military hardware near the Ukrainian border, suggesting that it may be preparing for a new offensive.

The implications of Russia running out of ‘military tools’ are significant. It could lead to a new phase in the conflict, with diplomatic solutions becoming more likely. It may also provide an opportunity for Ukraine to retake its territory, which has been occupied by Russian-backed separatists. However, it could also lead to an escalation of tensions, as Russia may resort to other means to achieve its objectives.

The claim that Russia will run out of ‘military tools’ by spring highlights the importance of diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict and underscores the need for international cooperation to ensure stability in the region.

 

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