Editorial: Le Monde

• After more than two years of fierce combat, the Ukrainian army has taken the initiative and moved the war into Russian territory.
• This move represents a significant blow to Russian President, Vladimir Putin, and highlights the shortcomings of the Russian forces.
• Despite Putin's criticisms, Ukraine's main allies have refrained from criticising the offensive.
• The move could potentially alleviate pressure on Ukrainian forces in other arenas and shift the balance of power.
• Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky, has expressed willingness to engage in talks, a move which could be complemented by the current offensive.

Conclusion: This bold maneuver by Ukraine is an attempt to change the state of play on its terms and to make the war more costly for Russia. In the absence of significant change, it appears to be the only viable option to seek a resolution to the conflict.

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