Austrian military analyst compares Russia-Ukraine war to a tenth-round boxing match

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Posted Jul 25, 2026, 06:30 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-07-25-0630
Austrian military analyst compares Russia-Ukraine war to a tenth-round boxing match
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Austrian expert Markus Reisner states the Russia-Ukraine war has entered its tenth phase, describing an attritional struggle where Ukraine relies on unconventional strikes.

The war between Russia and Ukraine has entered its tenth phase, according to Austrian military expert Markus Reisner. Using a boxing metaphor, Reisner described the current conflict as an exhausting tenth round where Russia is attempting to force Ukraine into a "clinch" to win a war of attrition.

According to the analyst, Moscow seeks to leverage its resource advantages and larger size to overpower Ukrainian forces in conventional combat. Conversely, Reisner noted that Ukraine achieves success by maintaining distance, using unconventional methods, and striking where Russian forces least expect it. The assessment outlines the contrasting strategies employed as the war continues.

Sources: Укрінформ.

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