BLUF

This article argues the incursion is a big morale boost for a war-weary population, aiming to show Russians that the war has consequences for them too.

Summary

  1. Strategic and symbolic shift could impact future negotiations.
  2. 1000 square kilometres and 70 settlements captured.
  3. Advance reached 30 kilometres inside Russia.
  4. Potential leverage gained for future peace talks.
  5. Russia's disorganised military response reveals command confusion.
  6. Kremlin narratives undermined, challenging Putin's image of control.

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