The ongoing war in Ukraine has once again taken a grim turn, revealing the depths of hopelessness and hopelessness among Russian soldiers on the front lines. I have watched, and will continue to watch, hours of drone footage from the battlefields of Ukraine, where disturbing developments are taking place. A Russian soldier hears an approaching FPV drone and puts an unpinned grenade to his head. If the drone misses, throw away the bomb. Even if the injury is not fatal, an attack releases explosives that can lead to an immediate and gruesome self-inflicted death.
This alarming action clearly shows that the military is demoralized, leaderless, and in danger of drifting adrift. Lacking proper medical care and evacuation procedures, soldiers feel abandoned and hopeless. It is a tragic and heartbreaking scene, one that underscores the urgent need for continued support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression.
What Ukrainians face is not a motivated, well-organized, and committed enemy, but rather conscripts and unwilling combatants forced into war without trust in their commanders or comrades. is clear. There is no doubt that as soon as Moscow learns of this rapid withdrawal from the battlefield, it will no longer issue grenades to the war pawns.
Courage to face the keyboard warriors
Amid this harsh reality, self-styled experts with no combat experience, who have probably never fired a weapon in a conflict, argue that all is lost for Ukraine. They are so bold.
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These armchair generals need to take a step back and listen to those who truly understand the realities of the war against Russia: the Ukrainians themselves, who have repeatedly asked for nothing but more arms and ammunition. .
In the words of Carl von Clausewitz, “Courage is, above all else, the first quality of a warrior.” The Ukrainian people have demonstrated this courage to the fullest, defending their country with dignity and unwavering determination. . This is in contrast to the cowards at the keyboard who daily declare that Ukraine has lost and there is no chance of victory.
I’m not a rainbows and sunshine person by any stretch of the imagination, but I’m also not a defeatist either. We know that Ukrainians are in a dire situation, but history certainly shows us the importance of remaining steadfast in the face of adversity.
If Britain had given in to the naysayers and experts of the day during the darkest days of the Second World War, we might be speaking German by now. Ukraine’s courage in the face of Russian aggression is a testament to the indomitable spirit of its people. This is beautifully demonstrated by a heartwarming viral video of a Ukrainian female sniper (well, some might assume she’s a sniper since she’s carrying a big powerful rifle over her shoulder) (I don’t know). In her combat uniform, she silently crosses a crowded street, presumably to return to her front lines, and greets passersby with an unyielding smile and a wave.
Time passes by moment by moment
Sun Tzu taught that “The best military art is to subdue the enemy without fighting.” While Russia may appear to have the upper hand on paper, the reality of war is decided on the battlefield, where morale and determination outweigh numerical superiority. Ukraine has proven time and time again that its fighters have the willpower to resist and overcome.
Now is the time for the international community to redouble its support to Ukraine’s military. They don’t want soldiers, they want tools to protect themselves – weapons and ammunition. These resources allow them to continue to resist Russian aggression and protect their sovereignty.
I’d wager that the Ukrainians, if properly equipped and armed, would defeat the Russians, or at least stop the invasion in its tracks. Haven’t they already proven their mettle? But time is running out. As Napoleon said, “You can get back space, but you can never get back time.”
Without a doubt, the stakes couldn’t be higher. If victorious in Ukraine, the victorious President Vladimir Putin will only seek to expand his campaign of conquest and conquest, strengthened by the transition to his home country’s war base and the mobilization of industrial power. Those who think otherwise are not with the fairies.
The Western world must unite in support of Ukraine, not only for the sake of the Ukrainian people, but also to protect democracy and the world order that is currently on the brink.
Casey Christie, managing director of Christie & Associates in London, is a South African and a prominent figure in international security issues. His expertise, which has been featured in prestigious publications such as the London Times and the South African Sunday Times, reflects his deep commitment and understanding of global security challenges.
The views expressed are those of the author and not necessarily of the Kyiv Post.
