Senior intelligence sources in the West and the United States estimated this morning (Tuesday) that Russian President Vladimir Putin will change the definition of the war in Ukraine from a “special operation” to a “war” starting another week, May 9 – the anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany. – CNN.
It is estimated that Putin is seeking the widest possible support from the Russian public if the official declaration goes ahead, amid much criticism from the opposition to fighting in Ukraine.
This declaration also has practical significance, as it would allow Putin to mobilize many reserve forces and all the compulsory forces, which were prevented from doing due to the definition of combat as an “operation.” Russian military forces worn out after more than two months of fighting in Ukraine.
The British Ministry of Defense said in a daily briefing this morning that “despite the doubling of investment in the Russian army and security in 2018-2005, Russia has failed in its attempt to take over Ukraine.” According to the report, failures in strategic planning and operational execution prevented Russia from translating its great power advantage into a battlefield victory. “Now the Russian army is significantly weaker, both physically and ideologically, as a result of the invasion of Ukraine.”
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