Check out my book “How Ukraine Survived”: https://amzn.to/47gnlEf. You can also read it for free by signing up for a Kindle Unlimited trial at https://amzn.to/3QMsBr8. (I use affiliate links, meaning I earn a commission when you make a transaction through them. Even if you read for free, you are still supporting the channel.)Ukraine is on the verge of de facto encircling hundreds of Russian soldiers as part of its new offensive. This video explores how Ukraine shaped the situation, what it has done to limit Russia’s retreat options, and what Moscow must consider in formulating a response.0:00 Introduction0:26 Ukraine’s Encirclement Strategy2:11 A Comparison to Kherson, 20224:24 How Kursk Is Different from Kherson6:23 The Upcoming Pontoon Battle7:26 Will the Encircled Soldiers Fight Back?10:27 How Ukraine Can Save on Manpower12:40 What Did He Do to Deserve This?