Our Enemies Will Vanish

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A revelatory eyewitness account of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the heroism of the Ukrainian people in their resistance by Yaroslav Trofimov, the Ukrainian chief foreign-affairs correspondent for The Wall Street Journal. Since Russia's invasion in February 2022, Trofimov has spent extensive time on the front lines, tracing decisive moments of the conflict—from the battle for Kyiv to the fierce struggle involving the Wagner group over Bakhmut. He illustrates how Ukraine and its allies have turned the tide against a formidable military power in a modern-day David and Goliath scenario. Initially, Putin aimed to conquer Ukraine swiftly, but the Ukrainian people's resilience transformed what seemed like certain defeat into a moral victory, even as the territorial battle continues. Trofimov's connection to Ukraine is personal; he grew up in Kyiv, and his family has deep roots there. With empathy and local insight, he shares the stories of everyday Ukrainians—doctors, programmers, businesspeople, and teachers—who risked their lives and lost loved ones. Blending these narratives with military analysis, he provides a unique perspective on Ukrainian leadership and the war's critical stages. As this brutal struggle unfolds, it implicates the United States and NATO allies, threatening global stability. At once heart-breaking and inspiring, this account captures the Ukrainian refusal to surrender, highlighting their fight for justice