The GOP's Role in Ukraine's Future War

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The GOP's Role in Ukraine's Future War
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The war between Russia and Ukraine is unlikely to end soon, as neither side appears interested in negotiations. Putin remains committed to the idea that Russia and Ukraine are one country, and the war is part of a larger confrontation between Russia and the West. Fighting on makes sense for Putin because wartime autocrats rarely lose power. The most promising path to stop the war is through greater U.S. and European support to Kyiv. Providing more assistance could help Ukraine win a decisive military victory, making Putin’s personal incentives irrelevant.

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