The Rachman Review Ukraine weathers new geopolitical climate
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Feb 27, 2025 Lesia Vasylenko, a member of the Ukrainian parliament, shares her insights on the political hurdles Ukraine faces amidst the ongoing war. Oleksandr Chomyuk, director of Drone Space Labs, discusses the game's drastic evolution through drone warfare and its implications on conflict strategy. They explore the shifting American perspectives under Trump's presidency, challenges of holding elections during martial law, and Ukraine's fight for independence as international support becomes increasingly vital.
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Ukraine's Wartime Mindset
- Ukrainians are accustomed to war, making it difficult to envision peaceful, planned lives.
- Concerns and frustrations arise from changing American attitudes and potential negotiations with Putin.
Failed Peace Talks
- Every world leader, including Zelensky and Macron, attempted talks with Putin, but all failed.
- There's hope Trump's rhetoric is a negotiation tactic, but Putin's unwillingness to accept Ukraine's sovereignty remains.
Ceasefire Concerns
- Past ceasefires, like the Minsk agreements, were consistently violated by Russia.
- There's little reason to believe a new ceasefire would hold, given Russia's history of non-compliance.