I have been reading the positive reports from Ukraine for several weeks now, but reading between the lines my old Military instincts tell me a Russian victory is inevitable although the timetable remains a question.
Ukraine is winning and winning big. These numbers are Putin Propaganda only, Russian Troops are fleeing in all direction. Its not over yet—watch for new breakthroughs coming as well as Partisan uprisings in Invader controlled territories cut the heart out of the Russian lie—that they are winning! This is Like Tet in Viet Nam. Proof that Russia can not win and will force them to pull out. It will be over in months but Ukraine Victory is assured! Don’t believe Putin Lies! Send more money to Ukraine—30 more Billion will win the day! More weapons too. The Attack is not done!
If Russia continues to press the invasion and are willing to lose whatever it takes then I imagine you are correct. But what kind of victory will it be. My big takeaway is Russia was considered 2 or third most powerful ground and air military now I am not sure they are the most powerful in the region. If they assault like they did a nation like Poland( which I believe would be impossible now but lest say before Ukraine invasion)they they would lose. Of course there is the nuclear option but that is another discussion
Define ‘victory’ !
The conflict is most likely to result in a stalemate. With the Russians holding the two break away Republics and the Crimea.
Unclear as to how much additional ground they will be able gain and hold.
The Russian troops in Kherson appear to be in a bit of a pickle.