Putin misjudged Russia’s energy stranglehold on Europe

Ukrainian armed forces’ successful counteroffensive has already shifted the strategic balance on the ground and the Kremlin is fighting a losing battle, writes Josep Borrell

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stands with soldiers after attending a national flag-raising ceremony in freed Izium, Ukraine, on Wednesday. Picture: AP Photo/Leo Correa

Russia’s war against Ukraine has entered a new phase.

The Ukrainian army is making spectacular advances, liberating many towns and villages, and forcing Russian forces to retreat.