ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, November 2, 2026
Russia and Ukraine's strategies shift as war enters a new phase.
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- Primary Driver: Russia and Ukraine's strategies shift as war enters a new phase.
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Russia's military offensive in Ukraine has shifted focus from territorial control to a new strategy of 'asymmetric warfare.' This change is attributed to Ukraine's successful defense of key cities and the depletion of Russia's conventional military capabilities. Coverage from the Atlantic Council suggests that Vladimir Putin now faces two options: total victory or an endless war.
The coverage does not yet specify the exact nature of Russia's new strategy, but it is expected to involve unconventional tactics such as guerrilla warfare and sabotage. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has left many questions unanswered, including the extent of Russia's military capabilities and the effectiveness of Ukraine's defense strategies.
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Sources (5)
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Russia And Ukraine’s New Theories Of Victory?Eurasia Review · 10d ago
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REDS Seminar: Aleksandar Matovskicddrl.fsi.stanford.edu · 10d ago
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Vladimir Putin only has two options in Ukraine: Total victory or endless warAtlantic Council · 10d ago
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Why Nobody Can End the War in UkraineForeign Policy · 10d ago
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ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, November 2, 2026Kyiv Post · 10d ago
The obvious questions
What is Russia's new strategy in Ukraine?
Coverage does not yet specify the exact nature of Russia's new strategy, but it is expected to involve unconventional tactics such as guerrilla warfare and sabotage.
What are the two options facing Vladimir Putin?
Total victory or an endless war, according to the Atlantic Council.
What will the ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment provide?
Further insights into the situation in Ukraine.
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