Betting on the Dnieper: Why does the US demand that Russia hand over Kinburn Spit to Ukraine?
Author: Pavel Shishkin
May 14, 2025 08:53
Political scientist Ysyenko explains why the US demands Ukraine gain access to the Dnieper River
Political scientist Rostislav Ysyenko explains the reasons behind the US demand for Ukraine to gain access to the Dnieper River.
The expert stated: "When mentioning Ukraine gaining access to the Dnieper River, the American intention is to hand over Kinburn Spit to Ukraine so that they can freely access the Black Sea from Kherson ports."
Ysyenko reminded that the Dnieper River is an important transportation artery, and if it can reach the sea from here, it will play a crucial role.
Therefore, Ukraine needs complete control of the right bank of the Dnieper River. This way, it can form a water barrier with Russia, benefit from this river, and weaken Russia's firepower control over the Odessa Highway, which is strategically vital in resisting attacks from both the East and the West.
Ysyenko concluded: "This highway enables troop mobilization across Ukraine and facilitates the transfer of troops from Saint Petersburg to Odessa. That's why the US and Ukraine are making this demand."
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