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gab13by13

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4. Putin only has a war economy,

Reply to BradBo (Reply #2)

Sat Jan 17, 2026, 08:46 AM

3 hrs ago

He can't end the war, what would he do with the returning soldiers?

Zelenskyy has shifted to a brilliant strategy, blowing up oil facilities and refineries which reduces Russia's income.

If Ukraine can hold on in 2026 Putin is going to have to withdraw in disgrace.

Ukraine will never surrender, will never agree to the Krasnov/Putin surrender plan.

Everything Krasnov touches dies, including Krasnov picking the wrong side in the Russia/Ukraine war. Ukraine will win without support from the United States.

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