West Seeks New Narrative to Frame Failing Ukraine

Update on the conflict in Ukraine for December 17, 2023… - Russian forces continue mounting pressure along the line of contact, executing a war of attrition grinding down Ukraine’s manpower and its Western sponsors’ military resources; - Ukrainian lawmaker admits Ukraine is running out of ammunition and unable to respond to Russian firepower; - The Western media now admits Ukraine’s cross-river “offensive” in Kherson is an abject failure; - US military officials now admit that even with continued US support, Ukraine could still lose; - A search for a “new” strategy for Ukraine requires ignoring the fundamental (and unsolvable) problems Ukraine and its Western backers have; - The Western media is rebuilding its narrative regarding Ukraine, suggesting victory is not possible, but improving Ukraine’s position ahead of negotiations may be; - West is still pinning hope on “wonder weapons“ including the F-16; References: NYT - Ukrain