Putin aims to 'bring Ukraine to its knees' this winter, says Austrian colonel

Austrian military expert Colonel Markus Reisner assesses that Putin is deeply convinced of eventual victory and intends to intensify operations to 'finally bring Ukraine to its knees' this winter. Reisner identifies Kyiv's biggest weakness as likely manpower or Western support sustainability, though specifics are not detailed. This signals a potential escalation in the conflict as winter approaches, with implications for European security and energy markets.