'Critical': Leighton on the importance of exchange of prisoners between Ukraine and Russia

Retired Air Force Col. Cedric Leighton and CNN's Jessica Dean discuss how Ukraine is pushing farther into Russia’s Kursk region after claiming hundreds of square miles of territory in a surprise cross-border attack that began last week, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky says.

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[mariomario]

Russia invades a country and then cries when they are beind held accountable 😂 good on Ukraine

[cashaeleatemla]

Syrskyi claims Ukrainian forces have advanced into 1, 000 square kilometers (about 390 square miles) of the Kursk region, though it was not possible to independently verify that claim.

If true and if Ukraine actually controls all of that territory in the Kursk region, it would have captured in just one week almost as much Ukrainian land as Russian forces took — 1, 175 square kilometers (450 square miles) — between January and July this year, according to calculations by the Institute for the Study of War, a Washington-based think tank.

[morpheus]

Russia... if you're listening... SURRENDER! 😂

[I-dont-reply]

The only cnn anchor that could get it 🎉

[ytbkfk]

Russian should realize the tragedy by Russian army in Ukraine!

[Never-mind]

The best tactic Ukraine has so far is ambushing Russian equipment when it is traveling to more distant locations. The goal is to disable or capture more weapons than Russia can build or buy. This also makes it easier to capture soldiers with the least amount of harm. Remember; Russian soldiers are victims of Putin's madness too.

Trying to break through fortified positions is costly to both opponents. When on the road, smaller drones can be used to damage vehicles just enough to disable them, with less chance of harming operators.

[dm-]

Good for them. This is necessary. Draw trouble away from their citizens. Interfere w/airports railway lines for supplies, stop P’s gliders.

[ruiferreira]

Putin called Stalin to ask for advice.
- comrade, russias been invaded. What's your advice?
- do what I did. Send in the Ukrainians and ask the US for arms.😂😂😂

[dan]

F16 are making the big difference leading the way to Ukrainian "special operation" that putin has no answer! Viva Ukraine

[samudramanthan]

Having said that, I was shocked, stunned and appalled (at the end of the day). Then I cried out: "Oh dear me, if it's not one thing, it's another (and that's so traumatizing and stigmatizing)!" That being said, I became crestfallen and nonplussed as I walked in my truth while embracing my impeccable authenticity because I'm living my best life with stunning bravery and unprecedented courage, having breathtaking agency over my oppressed and horrifying journey of transcendent awareness, as an inflection point of greater enlightenment! Please reach out with any thoughts and concerns that infuriate you, as you uphold and defend our very sacred, sacrosanct and sanctified democracy! With empowering alacrity, and inspiring thought leadership, I champion, endorse, validate and celebrate your mendacity and duplicity. Love you!

[gecho]

Stop publishing Russia claims unchallenged.

[VibeSphere-]

The West should keep supplying modern military equipments & money to Ukraine. We will see how long Russia can keep fighting. US should keep helping Ukrainians.

[Les_Grossman_Ego]

Is CNN still fact checking president Trump 😂😂😂

[josefelixaranda]

It is important, first for humanitarian reasons .Both enemies exchanged prisoners in this war yet. And Jessica knows that Ukraine will be or will not be that is the question.

[robertelbrnd]

Here’s something to think about for the “Sullivanians”. The most hilarious paradox.
Ukraine wasn’t allowed to use US weapons inside Ukraine? Why? We all assumed it was because of fear of escalation. Underarming Ukraine and limiting their use was what made the attack necessary. Ukrainian troops inside Russia? Can anyone imagine a more significant escalation?
According to the Russian military doctrine, an enemy within the Russian borders allows the use of nuclear warheads. The use of nuclear weapons is more likely than ever – but is hasn’t happened.
However, Ukraine is still not allowed to use long range weapons inside Russia. At this point it cannot any longer be because of fear of escalation. So, tell us why? The only red line left is a square. The Red Square.
Tell us the truth!
One thing is for sure. No more American, German, French or Swiss weapons. Cancel the F35. Buy Gripen

[williamshaw]

Russia has announced that there will be no negotiating with the Kiev Regime.

Good job.

[manixkash]

Enter in Russia is free but get out is impossible 😂

[johnoliverio]

My toast is not as dark as I like it. I guess I will pop it in the toaster a bit longer.

[SlavaUkraine]

Demand to get the kids back they have kidnapped!

[Alfarojv]

Why is it that those that know that they never have to fight are so brave with the lives of others? No more billions and wars for Israel and Ukraine.America first.