Ukraine Pushes Big Counteroffensive As War Marks 200 Days
SnopesMAR 26 2022
Day 202 Roundup: Russian Officials Call on Putin to Resign; Kharkiv Again Without Electricity
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The Spin
Narrative A
The stunning advance of Ukraine's armed forces in Kharkiv – including the recapturing of Izium, Kupianst, and other logistically important cities – is a masterstroke of military planning. Ukraine may have just turned the whole complexion of the war.
Narrative B
Kyiv still faces hurdles in winning this war. While Ukraine's surprise counterattack in the north-east should be celebrated, going on the offensive could be costly. It takes a greater toll on ammunition, equipment, and troops, and extending supply lines as Ukrainians advance puts them at greater risk of being attacked or cut-off.