That is a Western view that is not facing imminent bombing of their home, their family's home, and their family fleeing for their lives with what little they can carry as homeless refugees. The only people who don't have a "single second to even blink or breath" are the Ukrainian refugees. I expect there will ultimately be blowback on this to the Western tactician view. Of course, the Russian soldiers could be withdrawn at any time, which is what negotiations should seek. In the interim, Ukraine people need that "single second to breathe."