Russia’s advance in Ukraine has gone into reverse.
Between March and September, Russia lost almost 300 km² more territory than it captured, according to the Institute for the Study of War.
In September alone, Ukraine reported 46,320 Russian casualties. For that, Moscow gained, at best, no ground.
Ukrainian courage and innovation, backed by allied weapons, are breaking the assumption that Putin can grind his way to victory.
This is the moment to press the advantage. More weapons. Faster deliveries. Sustained pressure on Russia’s war economy.
Putin is counting on Western fatigue to rescue him. We must not oblige.