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The article discusses the potential impact of time on the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. It suggests that if the United States continues to provide military assistance to Ukraine and if Ukraine can hold out through the winter, the tide may turn in Ukraine's favor. The article also highlights the increasing support from European countries for Ukraine, both in terms of humanitarian aid and financial support. It acknowledges the challenges faced by Russia, including a potential manpower shortage and the aging of its leader, Vladimir Putin. However, it emphasizes that Ukraine still requires more assistance and a new strategy to increase its chances of victory. [Extracted from the article]

Germany's insistence that the United States send tanks to Ukraine before they do reveals the dynamics of security in Europe and has implications for America's strategy in the Indo-Pacific. The deal to send tanks to Ukraine was clinched by the US taking the lead, but the number of tanks provided is only a fraction of what Ukraine needs and they won't arrive in time for an expected counteroffensive. Germany, with its economic and political power, has the potential to lead Europe, but currently lacks the will to do so. This means that the US will need to continue taking an active leadership role in Europe and cannot rely on European allies to fill its place. In the Indo-Pacific, the US will need to maintain its ability to project military force and political influence, but should prioritize non-military means of competition with China. Russia will also remain a challenge in Europe, and the US must exercise leadership in both theaters. [Extracted from the article]

NATO's force structure in Eastern Europe is not adequately prepared to meet the Russian threat, according to an article in Defense One. The enhanced Forward Presence (eFP) plan, which deploys rotational battlegroups to eastern members, has shortcomings in scale, capabilities, interoperability, and readiness. The article suggests that eFP units should be larger, with full brigades of 4,000 to 5,000 troops in the Baltic states and Poland. It also calls for improved capabilities, greater interoperability, and a consistent standard for readiness. The authors argue that these improvements are necessary to fulfill NATO's strategy of denial and protect allied cities from potential Russian invasions. [Extracted from the article]