Avoiding a Quagmire in Ukraine: Lessons from Iraq and the Race to Prevent Russian Victory.

The leaked Pentagon papers reveal that the US is allegedly following the inner workings of Russia’s intelligence operations and spying on Ukraine, adding a new dimension to the United States’ involvement in the Ukraine war. Comparing the Iraq War to the Ukraine War, three key points emerge: intervention doesn't guarantee success, personal vendettas cannot justify a war, and it can divide the country. The US should clearly identify the underlying goals of its national security to the American public while determining the amount and type of support that it will give to Ukraine.