ISW: Rusia a pierdut din nou teritoriu, și în septembrie. Spusele lui Putin despre „succesele din Ucraina” semănă cu niște halucinații

Vladimir Putin's claims about Russian territorial gains in Ukraine are contradicted by the Institute for the Study of War, which reports significant losses instead. In a recent meeting, Putin asserted that Russia had captured 1,301 square kilometers in September, while ISW indicates a net loss of 80.81 square kilometers. The institute suggests that Putin's statements create a distorted view of the battlefield, possibly due to misinformation from military command. Additionally, during a lengthy speech, Putin reiterated threats against the West and emphasized Russia's defensive posture, claiming that any aggression would be met with a response, including nuclear options. He framed the invasion as necessary for Russia's security and criticized NATO's activities in the Baltic Sea.