May 9 is Victory Day for Russia. The day the Soviet Union defeated Nazi Germany in World War II. Will Putin intensify his offensive by declaring war on Ukraine, saying it was only a “special military operation”?
Moscow, First Published May 8, 2022, 1:24 AM IST
The world is looking forward to May 9. The ninth of May is a very important day for Russia. Russia’s victory in World War II was marked by the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany. Therefore, the Western world expects the Ukraine war to be a decisive turning point tomorrow. Putin is expected to officially declare full war on Ukraine. Although Russia has denied it. Ukraine also has some fears. What is the reason for such fear?
Why May 9?
May 9 is Victory Day for Russia. The day the Soviet Union defeated Nazi Germany in World War II. Russian President Vladimir Putin, who has so far claimed that Ukraine’s only a ‘special military operation’, is expected to intensify the offensive by declaring war on him. To this day, Putin has announced that military action is aimed at liberating Ukraine from the Nazis
It also seeks to provide an emotional dimension to history. In Russia, people even took to the streets to protest the war. The pressure of sanctions, on the other hand. In that sense, it is possible Putin’s will make a number of declarations that will gain acceptance among the people for his further progress in the war. Decisive decisions may be made after the victory day parade. There may also be a move to bring more young people to the battlefield. There are those who believe that the announcement of the Mobilization Act will provide more military training and pave the way for more money to be spent on the battlefield.
Ukraine and Western nations estimate that tens of thousands of Russian soldiers have lost their lives in the war so far. In this situation, it is imperative for Russia to mobilize more people. At the same time, it is safe to say that the occupation did not go as planned. Therefore, some predict that something else will be announced.
What else but a declaration of war?
Some observers have suggested that Putin may not be ready to go to war. It is estimated that the rebel-held areas of Ukraine, Luhansk and Donetsk, will be annexed to the country, make a major advance into Odessa, or declare full control of Mariupol.
Another possibility is the declaration of a People’s Republic in the southeastern city of Carson. In any case, the Western world thinks that Putin will use May 9 to bolster the support of the Russian people who are approaching it emotionally.
What is Ukraine afraid of?
According to Ukrainian intelligence sources, Russia will hold a military parade on May 9 in Mariupol. Preparations for the parade are ongoing. The streets are being cleaned for this purpose. From the remains of weapons to human remains are being removed from the streets. That is why Ukraine is anticipating that something big is coming. Ukraine reiterates that it is ready to face anything. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov reiterated that there would still be no declaration of war.
Last Updated May 8, 2022, 1:26 AM IST
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