Russia-Ukraine Conflict and Diplomatic Stalemate
Key Questions
Is there any diplomatic progress in the Russia-Ukraine conflict?
No clear diplomatic off-ramp exists, with Russian hardliners urging Putin to abandon US talks following Ukrainian drone strikes on Moscow oil refineries.
What pressures are mounting on US policy toward Ukraine?
Rising civilian casualties have renewed calls for increased US air-defense aid, influencing ongoing congressional debates on military support.
How does the conflict affect US foreign policy debates?
The stalemate continues to shape discussions in Congress and the administration regarding levels of military assistance and broader strategic priorities.
No diplomatic off-ramp. Russian hardliners urge Putin to drop US talks after drone strikes on Moscow oil refinery. Civilian casualties mount, renewing pressure on US air-defense aid. A CSIS briefing ahead of the NATO summit indicates Russians are losing ground with high casualties, and Ukraine's strikes are effective. The conflict continues to shape US foreign policy debates and congressional decisions on military support.