Daniel Davis Deep Dive One Way or Another Russia Will Get the Land /Patrick Henningsen & Lt Col Daniel Davis
Dec 12, 2025
In this insightful discussion, journalist Patrick Henningsen shares his expertise on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. He argues that Russia is likely to secure territory due to unbalanced negotiations. Henningsen critiques the limitations of recent peace talks in Paris, the unrealistic demands for ceasefires, and President Zelensky's lack of authority in treaty signing. The duo also discusses the potential for Western-led regime changes in Ukraine, the realities of military funding, and the risks posed by nuclear escalation, urging the need for serious U.S. diplomacy.
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Russian Control Of Territory Is Inevitable
- Patrick Henningsen argues Russia will ultimately secure the contested land in Ukraine due to on-the-ground balance of power.
- He says negotiations excluding Russia and insisting on unconditional ceasefires are structurally flawed.
Ceasefires Seen As Tactical Pauses
- Henningsen says Ukraine's calls for a ceasefire are seen by Russia as a strategic pause, not a settlement.
- He argues Zelensky lacks standing to sign a binding treaty that Moscow would accept.
Business Deals Won't Reverse Frontline Reality
- Western proposals like pre-war land swaps and business-led reconstruction lack incentives for Russia, Henningsen says.
- He predicts reconstruction will saddle Ukraine with more debt while performing assets lie in Russian-held east.