How Ukraine Is Getting Closer to Liberating Crimea

It's what Vladimir Putin fears most.

Jonathan Sweet and Mark Toth

Jun 10, 2026

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The Chonhar bridge connecting Russian-occupied territory in southern Ukraine is seen from above. Photo: Code 9.2

Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General and former commander of U.S. Army Europe Ben Hodge…

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A guest post by

Jonathan Sweet

Retired Army Intelligence Officer. Freelance Author, Contributor and Columnist for The Hill, New York Post, Kyiv Post and FOX News. Providing a Warfighter's Perspective and Insight into current events that impact National Security.

A guest post by

Mark Toth

Mark writes on national security & foreign policy. His work has appeared in The Hill, New York Post, Daily Mail, Washington Examiner, the Kyiv Post and is syndicated in dozens of publications. Mark also frequently commentates on TVP World.