Institute for the Study of War & Vladimir Putin

Institute for the Study of War: The Institute for the Study of War has provided analysis on the synergy between Ukraine's long-range and mid-range strike campaigns, highlighting their impact on Russia's production and transportation capabilities.

Vladimir Putin: Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, has acknowledged the 'difficult period' and 'certain deficit' of fuel in Russia due to Ukrainian attacks. He has vowed to strengthen air defenses and increase fuel production and imports.

Institute for the Study of War: The Institute for the Study of War, a Washington-based think tank, assessed that Russia's spring-summer 2026 offensive has failed to achieve operationally significant gains and that Russia's battlefield performance continues to decline.

Vladimir Putin: Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, was briefed on the 'massive retaliatory strike' and acknowledged fuel shortages in Russia due to Ukrainian drone attacks, but ruled out concessions to end the invasion.

Institute for the Study of War: The Institute for the Study of War, a Washington think tank, reported that Russian forces advanced in the Ukraine — Pokrovsk area but do not control positions within the city itself, and the advances are unlikely to cause an immediate collapse.

Institute for the Study of War: The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) is a US-based organization that documents the Ukraine-Russia conflict and has disputed claims regarding a drone attack on Vladimir Putin's residence.

Institute for the Study of War: The Institute for the Study of War assessed that Russia's spring-summer offensive is underway, corroborating General Oleksandr Syrskyi's report.

Institute for the Study of War: The Institute for the Study of War, a Washington think tank, provided analysis on Russia's strategy to delay peace negotiations.