War as a Force of Destruction, Change, and Opportunity

The Ukraine Compass is a weekly digest of Ukrainian commentary and analysis on the war, aiming to provide a broader view than typical American coverage. Commander Ihor Mykhailenko describes the war's evolution into a highly technological conflict involving drones, surveillance, and complex tactics. He argues that combat is now far more dangerous and does not anticipate a quick resolution to the conflict. Mykhailenko believes the war will persist until Russia is exhausted or global conditions force an end, framing it as a fight for national survival in a new era of prolonged conflicts.