"Strategies for Ukraine's Victory: Defense, Scenarios, and Turning Points"

Ukrainian President Zelensky's recent visit to Washington highlighted the challenges facing Ukraine, as Republicans in Congress are blocking emergency funding for the country. The article argues for a shift to a defensive strategy in Ukraine, emphasizing the need to deny Russia its goal of subjugating Ukraine rather than focusing on retaking lost territory. It outlines the elements of a successful defensive strategy, including fortifications, air defense, and domestic weapons production, and suggests that a defensive approach could help sustain Ukraine's fighting capacity and potentially open the door for negotiations with Russia.