Russia's largest attack on Ukraine just showed that its Black Sea Fleet is still dangerous despite its heavy losses
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Ukraine to Present 'Victory Plan' to US, Zelenskyy Says
Above: Ukrainian Pres. Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the US Capitol on July 10, 2024. Image copyright: Anna Rose Layden/Stringer/Getty Images News via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-Ukraine narrative
The Kursk offensive was instrumental in stopping Russia's plans to occupy the Kharkiv region, as well as possible incursions into Sumy and Chernihiv. This was part of a wider plan to achieve victory for Ukraine by paving the way for peace talks.
Pro-Russia narrative
Russia is incrementally pushing back Ukraine's assault into Kursk and Moscow's forces are eliminating enemy troops and equipment in the region. There can no longer be any prospect of peace talks while Ukraine's actions in Russia are ongoing.