Ukraine: When will the war end?

Synopsis

Ukraine's President Zelensky states that the war with Russia will not conclude until Ukrainian forces reclaim Crimea. Currently, Ukrainian troops are engaged in a counter-offensive, making progress in the Donetsk and Zaporizhia regions. As of day 495 of Vladimir Putin's military operation, the situation remains tense, with Ukrainian forces attacking north and south of Bakhmut. They aim to disrupt the land bridge connecting Crimea to Russia. Former British Army intelligence officer Philip Ingram highlights that Ukrainian forces have made significant advances, capturing territory more efficiently than Russian forces did over 18 months. The conflict continues to evolve, with Ukrainian Special Forces maintaining a presence at the Antonovsky Bridge to keep Russian forces uncertain and divided.