Putin's Plans: Implications for Ukraine and Russia.

Putin's logic is to make Ukraine a subordinate territory, and he is willing to fight a prolonged war to impose his will and force an agreement on his terms. Despite the arithmetical advantage of Russia in terms of weapons, equipment, and economy, the war has been ongoing for 16 months, and Russia has no significant territorial gains. The Russian economy is facing gaps due to sanctions, shortage of workers, and lack of equipment. Ukrainian society, Armed Forces, and authorities are ready to fight for a long time, but the challenges and threats are still waiting for them.