Vladimir Putin’s bombing of Ukrainian civilians won’t end the war any faster. So, why is he doing it?
- Written by Mark Edele, Hansen Professor in History and Deputy Dean, The University of Melbourne
United States President Donald Trump was “not happy” with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, this week.
For three consecutive nights, from Friday to Sunday, Russia launched about 900 drones and scores of missiles at Ukraine. At least 18 people were killed, including three children.
“We’re in the middle of talking and...