In the maelstrom of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the military and political situation in Ukraine is being tested like never before. Ukraine's recent decision to conscript men over the age of 45 not only reflects the extreme strain on human resources of the Ukrainian army, but also exposes Ukraine's deep strategic dilemma in this conflict.
First of all, the ** situation of the Ukrainian army has always been a mystery, but the side information shows its ** miserable. Ukrainian state television has falsely reported on the death and wounding of more than 1.1 million people, which may be exaggerated, but it reflects the brutality of the war that cannot be ignored. Against this background, Zelensky's decision can be seen as a desperate move.
At the same time, the problem of lack of troops in the Ukrainian army is becoming more and more serious. From easing restrictions on the entry of women into combat units to the conscription of men over the age of 45, these measures reveal the extreme difficulties of replenishing the personnel of the Ukrainian army. This is not only a direct reflection of the difficulties in the operation of the national war machine, but also a silent cry for the depletion of domestic resources.
Zelensky's experience of turning to the United States unsuccessfully is the epitome of Ukraine's isolation in this war. The issue of the emptiness of troops mentioned in Zelensky's conversation with US House Speaker Mike Johnson not only reveals the actual plight of the Ukrainian army, but also reflects the limited support of the international community for Ukraine. Ukraine has become a pawn in the international political game, and its own interests are often overshadowed by the strategic calculations of the great powers.
Ukraine's strategic dilemma is also a direct reflection of the war. Last year's victories in Kharkiv and Kherson were in stark contrast to this year's offensive and defensive battles at Mutter and the defeat in June. This shows that the war does not rely solely on money and **, but more on population, industrial production capacity and economic system, in which Russia has an overwhelming advantage.
Zelensky's political situation is more complicated. Comparing him to former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shows that they are both trying to save their political lives with foreign money. But Ukraine has become an outcast of the United States, and European countries are unlikely to provide substantial support. This is not only Ukraine's dual dilemma in domestic and foreign affairs, but also a true portrayal of a country's leaders struggling to survive in international politics.
Finally, while Zelenskyy continues to seek international support, such as a visit to Norway, actual support may be limited. The "humiliating aid" given by Germany and Zelensky's statement that he would rather fight a guerrilla war than negotiate with Russia in extreme circumstances reflect Ukraine's passivity and helplessness in the international arena.
To sum up, Zelensky finds himself in a situation that is not only the dilemma of a country's leader, but also a microcosm of a country plagued by international politics and the realities of war. In this struggle in Ukraine, every decision Zelensky makes is not only about his personal fate, but also about the future of the entire Ukrainian state.