UkrainePublished: 2 July 2026 at 01:37
Ukraine Takes the War to Russia
Kyiv’s aim is simple: Put enough pressure on President Vladimir Putin that he agrees to end the war. Will it work?
Ukraine has launched operations on Russian soil, effectively bringing the war to the aggressor's territory. The strategic goal from Kyiv is straightforward: to exert sufficient pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin that he is forced to agree to end the conflict.
This marks a significant shift in the war, which has largely been confined to Ukrainian territory. However, the question remains whether this tactic will actually compel the Kremlin to change its stance. The international community is watching closely for Moscow's reaction.
