Total Victory or Endless War in Ukraine | Atlantic Council

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An Atlantic Council commentary argues that prospects for peace in Ukraine remain bleak because Vladimir Putin's aims extend beyond holding territory to conquering Ukraine as a political entity. It frames Russia's choices as pursuing total victory or facing an endless war, following discussions at the UN General Assembly.

Peter Dickinson’s September 29th UkraineAlert from the Atlantic Council, titled “Vladimir Putin only has two options in Ukraine: Total victory or endless war,” reflects on the prospects for peace following speeches and discussions at the UN General Assembly. In short, they’re bleak.  Putin’s desire to conquer Ukraine hasn’t waned. Land won’t help. He wants the entity.  The Russian ruler believes … Read more The post Total Victory or Endless War in Ukraine | Atlantic Council appeared first on Small Wars Journal by Arizona State University.