Inside Ukraine’s Invasion of Russia

Warning: this episode contains descriptions of war.


When Ukrainian troops crossed over into Russia two weeks ago, it
appeared at first to be a largely symbolic gesture. But in the
time since, it has emerged as a potentially pivotal moment in the
war.


Andrew Kramer, the Kyiv bureau chief for The Times, explains
what’s behind the audacious Ukrainian operation, and Anton
Troianovski, the Moscow bureau chief, explains how Russia’s
response could reshape the conflict.


Guest: 


Andrew E. Kramer, the Kyiv bureau chief for The New York
Times.

Anton Troianovski, the Moscow bureau chief for The New York
Times.



Background reading: 


Planned in secrecy, the incursion was a bold move to upend
the war’s dynamics and put Moscow on the defensive — a gambit
that could also leave Ukraine exposed.

President Volodymyr Zelensky wants to hold Russian territory
as leverage in future talks. In Moscow, many doubt the strategy.



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