21 March 2026

Russia’s so-called spring offensive is collapsing — but Moscow keeps sending troops anyway. Why? In this UATV interview, political advisor Jason J. Smart breaks down the reality behind the фронт and inside the Kremlin:

• Russia has no strategy, no manpower, and no real progress
• Massive losses continue — with no clear military objective
• Internal conflict between intelligence services and military elites is escalating
• Putin may be more afraid of his own army than Ukraine
• The Russian economy is heading toward serious instability
• And despite bold claims, mass mobilization is likely unrealistic

Meanwhile, Ukraine’s strikes on oil infrastructure and military targets are working — increasing pressure where it matters most: inside Russia itself. Smart also explains why:

• The war benefits Russia’s elite — and why that keeps it going
• The Middle East escalation could hurt Russia more than help it
• And why Putin is unlikely to stop — unless his regime is truly at risk