Our Enemies will Vanish

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A revelatory eyewitness account of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the heroism of its people in resistance by Yaroslav Trofimov, the Ukrainian chief foreign-affairs correspondent for The Wall Street Journal. Trofimov has spent months at the heart of the conflict, often on the front lines, tracing decisive moments—from the battle for Kyiv to the bloody struggle involving the Wagner group over Bakhmut. He illustrates how Ukraine and its allies have turned the tide against Russia, showcasing a modern-day battle of David and Goliath. Initially, Putin aimed to conquer Ukraine swiftly, redrawing Europe's map with severe geopolitical consequences. However, the Ukrainian people's resilience transformed what seemed like certain defeat into a moral victory, even as the territorial battle continues. Trofimov's account is deeply personal; he grew up in Kyiv, and his family has lived there for generations. With empathy and local insight, he narrates how everyday citizens—doctors, programmers, businesspeople, and teachers—risked their lives and lost loved ones. Blending their stories with military analysis, he provides unique insights into Ukrainian leadership and the war's critical stages. This brutal struggle, while unfolding in another continent, implicates the U.S. and NATO allies, threatening global stability. Heartbreaking yet inspiring, this vivid account captures the Ukrainian refusal to surrender, highlighting their fight for jus