Is there a way out of Vladimir Putin’s forever war?
The Independent explores the potential for ending the war in Ukraine, citing Bill Browder's view that a formal peace treaty is unlikely. The analysis suggests the conflict may instead settle into a long-term, low-level standoff similar to the Korean Peninsula.
Why it matters
Understanding the potential trajectory of the Ukraine war is critical for global geopolitical stability and policy planning.
Editorial : Until Russia’s president is gone – and he is already 73 – a permanent standoff seems the best that can be hoped for
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