Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has affirmed his commitment to reclaiming Crimea, annexed by Russia in 2014, as Ukrainian forces make significant territorial gains. Reports suggest that Russian officials in Crimea are hastily attempting to sell their homes and evacuate as Kyiv’s troops advance, prompting concerns about the potential collapse of Russian control in the region.
Ukraine NOW, a media outlet serving as a verified source of official information, alleges that representatives of the Russian occupation administration, FSB officers, and military commanders in Crimea are discreetly attempting to sell their properties and evacuate family members. Despite assurances of safety on the peninsula, these actions suggest a growing unease within the Russian leadership.
Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence agency reported urgent efforts by occupying officials to resettle their families in Russia, accompanied by a clampdown on housing transactions and restricted access to information about the ongoing conflict. The geopolitical implications of a Russian collapse extend beyond regional concerns, with former Commander of the United States Army Europe, Ben Hodges, highlighting the potential global consequences.
Hodges emphasized the thousands of nuclear weapons within Russia, the presence of small ethnic regions seeking autonomy, and the critical role of Russian energy infrastructure and grain supply. As Europe grapples with an energy crisis due to Russia’s decision to halt gas supply, the interconnectedness of international affairs becomes evident, prompting leaders to explore alternative energy sources.
Recent reports indicate a complete Russian withdrawal from Crimea, reflecting a substantial setback for Russia. The Ukrainian counter-offensive, coupled with territorial gains, has raised concerns within the Russian elite and prompted discussions on state TV that verge on panic. Analysts suggest that such developments could weaken Vladimir Putin’s image among the Russian public and within the Kremlin, potentially marking a turning point in the ongoing conflict.
"Are We The Baddies?" moment on Russian TV: one pundit—responding to his genocidal colleagues, who assert that Ukrainian nationality and language do not exist—suddenly realizes he is in the company of actual Nazis and says, "This is clear cut nationalism."https://t.co/9If9zMLrn2 pic.twitter.com/qZUX0etGlL
— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) September 14, 2022
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