Putin would rather keep killing than admit he’s lost. As a winter of misery looms in Ukraine, Nato must step in
The Russian leader is ploughing on with his forever war – and each day is a crime against humanity. Western democracies cannot simply sit on their hands
TL;DR
- Russia is conducting systematic, daily attacks on Ukrainian civilians and vital infrastructure, exacerbating casualties and shortages as winter nears.
- US ambivalence and unreliability have contributed to Ukraine becoming a 'forever war,' with past support followed by paused weapon deliveries.
- A lack of credible, independent peace processes hinders efforts to resolve conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and Iran.
- Authoritarian leaders' indifference to public opinion and disregard for international law prolong conflicts.
- Obstruction of public scrutiny through restricted media access and UN investigations facilitates abuses and prolongs 'forever wars.'
- Failing leaders who overpromise, underestimate opponents, ignore peaceful alternatives, and lie are identified as the core cause of endless wars.
- Nato is urged to switch to the offensive, threaten strikes on Russian launch sites, and force Putin to back down to prevent the conflict from escalating.