Ukraine war: the idea that Kyiv should have signed a peace deal in 2022 is flawed – here’s why
The 2022 peace deal would have left Ukraine completely at Vladimir Putin’s mercy.
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Ukraine war: as Kyiv prepares counteroffensive it needs to convince allies it is up for the fight
Ukraine badly needs a major military success to boost the confidence of its western allies and ensure a continuing flow of military equipment.
Ukraine: Russia’s inability to dominate the sea has changed the course of the war
Most of the fighting has been on land, but key developments at sea have put Russia at a disadvantage.
North Korea: Kim Jong‑un is sending a second wave of soldiers to Ukraine – here’s why
North Korea’s pact with Putin means sending thousands of troops to fight in Ukraine. But losses are significant.
US‑Ukraine minerals deal looks better for Kyiv than expected – but Trump is an unpredictable partner
While the agreement might signal that Donald Trump is running out of patience with Russia, it does little to change the underlying realities of the conflict.
Ukraine war: corruption scandals and high‑level rifts could become an existential threat as Kyiv asks for more military aid
As a new Russian offensive gets under way, Ukraine can ill afford to be mired in scandal and disunity.
Ukraine war: the lessons from the Northern Ireland peace process
Ukraine is hinting it may be prepared to talk, with conditions. Here’s what both sides could learn from the Northern Ireland peace process.
Ukraine war: ICC’s Putin arrest warrant may be symbolic but must be the beginning of holding the Russian leader accountable
The list of crimes for which Putin is considered complicit is long. The question is whether he can be held accountable.
Ukraine war: 10% of Chinese people are willing to boycott Russian goods over invasion – new study
Our research shows a surprising level of disapproval among the Chinese public of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Ukraine war: conflict‑related PTSD is putting strain on an already underfunded mental health system
The war in Ukraine has traumatised many people, military and civilian. But the country’s health service was already ill-equipped to deal with mental health issues.
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