Neutrality Studies Ukraine Is Doomed. Russia Wins Multipolarity | Dr. Nicolai Petro
Nov 24, 2025
Dr. Nicolai Petro, a Political Science professor at the University of Rhode Island and author of "The Tragedy of Ukraine," dives into the intricate dynamics of the Ukraine conflict. He discusses the recent Russian advances and the impact of leaked corruption tapes on Zelensky's legitimacy. The podcast highlights a potential 28-point peace plan backed by the U.S., exploring its implications for NATO, EU membership, and reconstruction. Petro critiques Europe’s lack of a substantial peace strategy and examines how U.S.-Russia agreements could reshape geopolitical alliances.
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Military Momentum Meets Political Crisis
- Russia's battlefield advantages and Ukraine's resupply limits have shifted momentum in Moscow's favor.
- Leaked corruption tapes and political fallout further corner Volodymyr Zelensky and pressure Kyiv toward negotiation.
Three Pillars Of The 28‑Point Framework
- A workable settlement centers on security, reparations, and human-rights provisions that address Russian demands.
- The U.S. appears to be brokering a flexible 28-point framework that folds Ukrainian and European concerns into Russian proposals.
NATO Off The Table, Guarantees On The Table
- The plan would bar Ukrainian NATO membership while offering U.S. security guarantees as a substitute.
- Kyiv may seek NATO-like protections without formal accession, a compromise both sides have discussed.
