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What Russia's Defensive Lines Tell Us about Ukraine's Kursk Offensive - William Spaniel
Russia has begun constructing defensive lines in the Kursk region to stem Ukraine's offensive there. That this is happening is not surprising. However, the location of the lines is informative of what Russia's plans are. Today, we explore why Russia is prioritizing the Eastern Front and what its additional risks are in Kursk as a consequence.
0:00 The Lines Are Forming
0:38 How Far Back Should You Put a Defensive Line?
3:46 Where Did Russia Place Its Lines?
7:13 How the Eastern Front Influenced Russia's Decision
12:33 Will Russia's Gambit Work?