Diplomatic Tensions: U.S.-Russia Relations and Ukraine

This chapter explores the deteriorating diplomatic relations between the United States and Russia, particularly in the context of the Russiagate controversy and its implications for communication between the nations. It highlights the challenges of achieving peace, the significance of high-level talks, and the geopolitical intricacies surrounding Ukraine's conflict. The discussion also critiques the lack of proactive dialogue from the Biden administration and examines the complexities of democracy in Ukraine during ongoing war conditions.