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He didn't say it and usually he lies when he speaks anyway.

Intelligence says he intended this because of the lack of preparation of the invaders, their not having enough food, fuel, etc.

They conked out on the roadside and many walked back.

Putin clearly expected capitulation and to be welcomed with celebrations. There is a colossal amount of evidence for this.

It's been a rude shock and it took Putin a year to even talk about a WAR. He hasn't been honest from the start.