Invincible Russian Army Myth Damaged, May Endanger Putin

The long-held image of Russia's military might is crumbling, a development that could pose significant risks for President Vladimir Putin. Security expert Rainer Saks argues that the perceived invincibility of the Russian army has been severely undermined, creating a dangerous situation for the Kremlin.

This assessment comes as international support for Ukraine continues. French President Emmanuel Macron recently spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, pledging increased assistance, particularly in the form of air defense missiles. Macron correctly identified Russia's attacks on civilian targets as a clear indicator of its underlying weakness.

Saks's analysis suggests that Russia's military struggles and its reliance on tactics that harm civilians are not signs of strength, but rather of desperation. This erosion of its military prestige, both domestically and internationally, could fuel internal dissent and weaken Putin's grip on power. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine is thus not only a battle for Ukraine's sovereignty but also a critical test for the stability of Putin's regime.

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Russia's attacks on the civilian population and civilian targets primarily show Russia's weakness.