Michael Kimmage, director of the Kennan Institute, and Dara Massicot, a senior fellow at Carnegie Endowment, discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine three years post-invasion. They analyze the current battlefield stalemate and military strategies from both sides. The duo delves into Russia's internal politics, highlighting tensions between oligarchs and security services. They also touch on the complexities of diplomacy, with skepticism surrounding peace negotiations and the shifting dynamics of US-Russia relations. Insights reveal how European involvement could shape the future of negotiations.