Seldom in European history has an invading power so exaggerated its own strength, and underestimated that of its enemy to the degree that Russia did when it attacked Ukraine on 24 February. Ten months after President Vladimir Putin ordered the Russian army to conquer Ukraine, the tragic absurdity of his giant blunder remains staggering.
Ukraine May Secure a Victory Against Russia in Name, But the World won’t Escape the War’s Aftermath
Published
1848+: The End(s) of History 