What Has Russia Gained Or Lost From Its War On Ukraine? Muscovites Weigh In.
People in Moscow were asked about the impact of Russia's "special military operation" on Ukraine -- the Kremlin's wording for the invasion of its western neighbor. When questioned about what was gained or lost, some saw the attack as a "win," while others expressed unhappiness about the results. Some were reluctant to speak openly, but little sympathy was expressed about the suffering of Ukraine itself.