something to the effect of: "Russia has a way out of this war. They can release some or all of Ukrainian territory, take their ball and go home.
Putin however has no way out of this war, as dictators cannot look weak and there was already the revolt from Prigozhn.
There is no reality where he can just walk away without facing repercussions.
He could try to repress his way to security but the Tsars tried that too..."
something to the effect of: "Russia has a way out of this war. They can release some or all of Ukrainian territory, take their ball and go home.
Putin however has no way out of this war, as dictators cannot look weak and there was already the revolt from Prigozhn.
There is no reality where he can just walk away without facing repercussions.
He could try to repress his way to security but the Tsars tried that too..."