"Ukraine's Counteroffensive: A Risky Move in the War Against Russia"

Experts suggest that Ukraine's push to regain territory from Russia may not lead to victory on the battlefield, as some believe the war was intended to end in a stalemate. President Zelenskyy is seen as being "in a box," unable to win but also unable to afford a loss. While some experts commend Zelenskyy's efforts in managing the conflict and combating corruption, others argue that providing Ukraine with more weapons won't guarantee victory. The conflict continues to escalate, with Ukraine extending martial law and reports of Russian-aligned mercenaries recruiting soldiers from Belarus. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian fencer was disqualified from the World Fencing Championship after refusing to shake hands with her Russian opponent, and Baltic countries express concern over the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the Olympics.