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These bastards are ruthless. They'll  kill their own 4 their survival. 
Luko has put in place a lot of rules to prevent an uprising.
It has become a war of attrition. >

In wars of attrition, the most stubborn side wins.
Material foreign support is useful in the field, but its greater benefit is in bolstering the morale of the people.  It can help convince them that the fight is worth continuing. >

The larger & stronger economy usually wins. If the US & Europe stand by Ukraine, they will win. It'll be a long and ugly though. >


The larger & stronger economy usually wins.

Vietnam (et al) will be intrigued to hear that hypothesis. >

Was Vietnam a war of attrition? >

Russia wants troops diverted to the east as it plans a major offensive towards Kyiv from the north. That invasion will involve both Russian and Belarusian troops. >

I think the Belarusians will revolt