Ukraine’s Gains Force Putin into Zugzwang, Washington Post Opinion
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The Washington Post editorial argues that Ukraine’s recent military successes are forcing Russian President Vladimir Putin into a strategic dilemma.
The piece notes that as Ukraine’s fortunes improve, Putin’s options become increasingly limited, creating a situation described as a "zugzwang" where every move is disadvantageous.
The author suggests that the shifting balance of power in the conflict is reshaping the strategic calculus for Moscow, though no specific military actions are cited.
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