The decision, however, is not inconsequential, as illustrated by the hysterical responses from Putin’s political allies inside Russia (“very big step toward the beginning of the third world war,” one member of the Duma said) and in Europe (an illustration, according to Hungary’s foreign minister, of “pro-war force” eager to “expand the war in Ukraine to a global scale”). As a result, in the two months that are left until the end of the Biden administration, the United States and its allies should do everything in their power to stabilize Ukraine’s long frontline and strengthen Kyiv’s position ahead of the coming talks. Here’s hoping that Ukraine and the collective West use the upcoming window of opportunity to the maximum and cripple the Russian war effort — and that President Trump takes advantage of the same to reflect on what legacy he would like to leave behind as a leader.
Author: Dalibor Rohac
Published at: 2024-11-18 23:44:07
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