Assessing Ukraine's High-Stakes Counteroffensive

The success of Ukraine's upcoming counteroffensive could determine the continuation of Western military and economic support for the Zelensky government. While the Biden administration has pledged to support Ukraine as long as necessary, concerns have been raised that political pressure could lead to a reduction in aid if the counteroffensive is not successful. However, former US Ambassador to Ukraine John Herbst argues that a Ukrainian victory is in the national interest of the US and its partners, and that support will continue regardless of territorial gains. The biggest problem with US support for Ukraine, according to Herbst, is that it has not been substantial enough.