Ukraine Invasion: Military expert says Kyiv will likely fall, but Putin may not retain control

Synopsis

Sir Chris Devrel, former commander of the UK's Joint Forces command, discusses the ongoing Russian military operation in Ukraine. He assesses Mr. Putin's invasion plan, noting that it is still early to determine its success, as the conflict is only four days old. Sir Chris highlights potential logistic issues faced by the Russian forces and acknowledges the strong resistance from Ukrainian troops. He predicts that while the Russians may eventually take control of Kyiv, it will not be without significant fighting. He emphasizes that the outcome will largely depend on the determination of the Ukrainian defenders, suggesting that the battle for cities like Kyiv could become very bloody due to the fierce opposition expected from the Ukrainians.