Europe
What does Putin really want?
Four Russia-Ukraine experts tell us if anything has changed as war enters its fifth year without resolve
February 23, 2026
Four Russia-Ukraine experts tell us if anything has changed as war enters its fifth year without resolve
The transformation in weapons and conventional warfare has resulted in the bloodiest stalemate in generations
The prospect of lifting sanctions and sustained economic cooperation is one of the most powerful levers the West has right now
The alliance's buildup to confront questionable Russian and Chinese threats lacks the diplomacy necessary to stave off escalation
The Secretary of State's message on civilizational renewal and self-reliance wasn't too different than Vance's the year before, but it landed much softer.
The 16-year incumbent faces a center right challenger who supports Ukraine and is more interested in restoring ties with the EU
