This was supposed to be the week when Trump was supposed to deliver on his big ultimatum for Vladimir Putin. End the war in Ukraine or else face new crippling economic sanctions. That was the ultimatum.What Trump did instead though is bow completely to Putin. Today, Trump announced that he would be meeting with the Russian president face to face next Friday in Alaska on US soil. An added bonus for the Russians.But wait, there's more. Earlier today, when asked whether Ukraine, who was invaded by Russia three ...

Geopolitical Landscape & Strategic Shifts - Russia is intensifying its offensive in Ukraine, despite calls for peace, indicating a determination to achieve its objectives [1][2] - Russia aims to undermine Western support for Ukraine by demonstrating its resolve and the perceived futility of Western assistance [3][4] - The conflict's next months are critical due to Ukraine's shortages in weapons and manpower, giving Russia the initiative [2] - Russia is attempting to break Ukrainian resistance through intensified drone attacks and battlefield advances [3][7] Military & Tactical Developments - Russia has massed 50,000 troops in the Sunumi region, part of a broader effort to stretch Ukrainian defenses across an 800-mile front line [7][9] - Ukraine is facing critical shortages of infantry and artillery shells, impacting its ability to match Russia's firepower [10][14] - Ukraine is increasing domestic drone production, aiming for at least 4 million drones annually, to offset artillery shortages and strike strategically [13][14] - Ukraine is employing long-range drones to target military equipment and production facilities inside Russia, achieving strategic and psychological gains [11][12] International Involvement & Potential Resolutions - A potential deal involves the US sending weapons, including Patriot air defense systems funded by NATO countries, to Ukraine [6] - Economic threats, such as severe tariffs, are being considered as leverage to push for a peace deal within 50 days [7] - Russia is potentially bolstering its troop numbers with 15,000 North Korean soldiers already deployed and further reinforcements expected [11]

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