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international-relations2 years ago

Zelenskyy's Aide Criticizes West, Russia, Iran, and North Korea for Distracting from Ukraine's Conflict

Andrii Yermak, the chief of staff to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, criticized the idea of "war fatigue" and urged Western leaders to continue supporting Ukraine despite the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Yermak warned that a lack of support for Ukraine would have long-lasting consequences for freedom and security. He also dismissed claims that armaments sent to Ukraine were ending up outside the country and emphasized the need to strengthen Ukraine's air defenses. Yermak expressed hope for Ukraine's EU accession talks to begin soon, following a visit by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

international-relations2 years ago

Karabakh Armenians Declare Breakaway Republic's Demise

Ethnic Armenian separatists in Karabakh have announced the dissolution of their breakaway republic and their intention to become a part of Azerbaijan by the end of the year. The announcement marks the end of one of the world's longest "frozen conflicts." Residents are urged to familiarize themselves with the conditions of reintegration offered by Azerbaijan and make an independent decision on whether to stay. Armenia stated that over 70,000 people have already left the region, and the Armenian president expects the entire region to clear out in the coming days. The change in the situation follows an "anti-terrorist operation" by Azerbaijan, which led to a truce and disarmament agreement with the separatists. Azerbaijan wants ethnic Armenians to remain in Karabakh and become part of its multi-ethnic society, while Armenia accuses Baku of ethnic cleansing.

politics2 years ago

NATO Summit Excludes Ukraine from Formal Invitation to Join Alliance.

NATO leaders will not formally invite Ukraine to join the alliance at the upcoming summit in Vilnius, according to Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg. However, leaders will discuss ways to bring Ukraine closer to NATO. Stoltenberg also warned against accepting a frozen conflict in Ukraine in exchange for an end to the war, stating that a just peace cannot be achieved by accepting a deal dictated by Russia.

international-relations2 years ago

Ukraine at risk of becoming a 'frozen' conflict, warn U.S. officials

US officials are considering the possibility of the Russia-Ukraine war turning into a frozen conflict that could last for decades. The Biden administration is discussing potential lines that Ukraine and Russia would agree not to cross, but which would not have to be official borders. A frozen conflict could be a politically palatable long-term result for the United States and other countries backing Ukraine. The US officials are also thinking through the long-term security ties Washington will have with Kyiv, as well as Ukraine’s relationship with the NATO military alliance.

international-relations2 years ago

Ukraine at risk of becoming a 'frozen' conflict, warn U.S. officials

US officials are considering the possibility of the Russia-Ukraine war becoming a frozen conflict that could last for decades, similar to other lengthy face-offs in South Asia and the Korean peninsula. The Biden administration is discussing potential lines that Ukraine and Russia would agree not to cross, but which would not have to be official borders. A frozen conflict could be a politically palatable long-term result for the United States and other countries backing Ukraine, as it would mean the number of military clashes would fall, the costs of supporting Kyiv would drop, and public attention to the war would wane.