On a broadcast of TVP Info, Dr. Jacek Bartosiak discussed Russia’s willingness to endure a prolonged conflict, asserting that the Kremlin would not abandon its strategy to pressure the European system. He appeared as a guest on the program “What’s going on,” hosted by Bronisław Wildstein. According to his assessment, Russia remains confident in its ability to defeat Ukraine and is prepared for a drawn-out war.
The discussion suggested that Russia’s objective is to prevail in the long term. Bartosiak noted that Russian sentiment leans toward a protracted contest and that, in the literature on strategy, there is an expectation of several years to reshape the surrounding order. He warned listeners not to celebrate any early signs of success, citing historical patterns where nations stumble at the outset of sustained conflicts.
He described a cultural tendency within Russia to endure hardship, believing that a shift in strategic dynamics will occur and that the main confrontation could eventually take place between China and the United States. The conversation highlighted how battlefield evolution can complicate offensive efforts due to advances in defensive capabilities, long-range precision, and situational awareness systems. Bartosiak explained that observers can detect threats at extended distances, which can hinder massed formations on the field, enabling defenders to strike first and more accurately. The Russian defense, he argued, has been showing resilience amid such developments.
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From Bartosiak’s perspective, Ukraine faces a precarious trajectory that could lead to a collapse, with Poland appearing as a potential next target if conditions deteriorate. He emphasized that Russia is preparing for a long war and urged pessimism about a quick resolution. The analyst expressed hope that Ukraine would sustain the necessary strength and resolve, underscoring the importance of vitality, resilience, and morale for Ukraine’s economy to withstand pressure. Should Ukraine experience an implosion, Bartosiak warned that Poland and other European nations could find themselves drawn into the conflict as Russia seeks to challenge the European order. He posed a critical question about external involvement, asking whether American or European engagement might determine who bears the burden in defending Ukraine.
In the closing remarks, the speaker underscored the seriousness of the scenario and the stakes for regional stability. The possibility of a broader confrontation was framed as contingent on how external powers respond and whether a decisive defeat of Russia would emerge from any level of involvement. This analysis reflects ongoing debates about long-term strategic upheaval in Eastern Europe and the future security architecture of the continent. [Source: wPolityce; reported via TVP-info]
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Source: wPolityce