…By Larry John for TDPel Media.
Leaked U.S. military documents reveal that Russia will be able to finance the war in Ukraine for another year, despite the imposition of heavy and unprecedented sanctions, according to U.S. intelligence reports.
These previously unreported documents offer insight into how Washington views the efficacy of its economic measures, and the response they have garnered in Russia.
U.S. intelligence reportedly found that the painful disruptions caused by the sanctions have caused senior officials, agencies, and the staff of oligarchs to fret and adapt to the changes.
The leaked documents come as the conflict between Ukraine and Russia has intensified, with Moscow sending additional troops to the border and ceasefire violations rising.
The U.S. and its allies have expressed concern about Russia’s aggressive behavior and called for a de-escalation of the situation.
The sanctions were imposed in response to Russia’s annexation of Crimea and its support for separatist rebels in eastern Ukraine.
Despite the sanctions, Russia has shown few signs of backing down in Ukraine, and continues to support the separatists militarily and economically.
The leaked documents suggest that the sanctions have not achieved their desired effect of forcing Russia to withdraw from Ukraine.
Instead, they have caused economic pain and disruption, but Russia has found ways to adapt and mitigate the effects.
The documents indicate that the sanctions are likely to continue for the foreseeable future, as the U.S. and its allies seek to maintain pressure on Russia.
The leaked documents also offer a rare insight into the U.S. military’s intelligence-gathering capabilities, as well as the sophistication of its analysis of Russia’s actions and intentions.
They demonstrate that the U.S. is closely monitoring the situation in Ukraine, and that it is aware of the challenges posed by Russia’s continued involvement in the conflict.
The documents suggest that the U.S. is likely to continue to pursue a policy of economic pressure and sanctions, while also seeking diplomatic solutions to the crisis.