Ukraine's Fake Out: How Russia's New Offensive Was Actually a Trap - William Spaniel

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Not too long ago, it seemed that Russia was on the verge of making a breakthrough in Eastern Ukraine. Now, it seems that the situation is more complicated. Some reports indicate that Ukraine intentionally let Russia pass through the frontline, setting up a trap. Hundreds of Russian losses later, Ukraine has controlled the situation, seemingly executing its plan to perfection. This video examines the claim and the interesting implications such a strategy has for the broader war.

0:00 Ukraine Set a Trap
1:05 What Happened Near Pokrovsk
4:23 Risks of Using the Azov Brigade
5:27 The Operation's Intelligence Risks
6:28 How Russia Will Respond Next Time
8:36 Is Ukraine's Manpower Problem Not as Bad?
9:42 Summit Timing
10:43 The Minimized Propaganda Win