Editor’s Note: Russia’s annexation of conquered parts of Ukraine is yet another milestone in their brutal war. Raphael Cohen and Gian Gentile of RAND argue that Moscow’s move makes it clear that negotiated settlements will not work to bring lasting peace and, instead, the United States and its allies should continue to support Ukraine to achieve total victory.
Daniel Byman
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Russia’s “partial mobilization” and its sham referendums to justify the annexation of four provinces in Eastern Ukraine creates new sources of uncertainty about the future course of the war. Yet Russia’s actions should also produce a rare moment of strategic clarity for Ukraine’s partners:
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