In early 2022, Russia’s propaganda machinery was claiming victory within three days. Now, however, it seems broken in its messaging: tests of the “Poseidon and Burevestnik” missiles do not cause any nervousness in the U.S., Russia is running out of money, and its oil and refineries are under pressure. Military correspondents are speaking openly about the absence of victory in sight.
How long does Putin plan to play this game of “who blinks first” – with Ukraine, the entire world, and his own population?
We discussed everything about Russia – its resources, challenges, and troubles – with Arkady Moshes, Finnish-Russian political analyst at the Finnish Institute of International Affairs.