“If Russia Stops Fighting, the War Ends. If Ukraine Stops Fighting, Ukraine Loses Its Defense.”

The central argument behind this statement is straightforward: Ukraine’s ability to resist has been a key factor in preventing Russia from achieving its stated military and political objectives.
The war, now in its fifth year, continues despite renewed diplomatic efforts. Recent U.S.-led negotiations have sought to bring Moscow and Kyiv closer to a ceasefire, but major disagreements remain. �
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For Ukraine, simply stopping military resistance carries a different risk from Russia stopping its offensive. Analysts have warned that a ceasefire without strong security arrangements could give Russia time to regroup and potentially resume military pressure later. �
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At the same time, diplomacy remains the stated route toward ending the conflict. Zelenskyy has recently signaled willingness to pursue de-escalation measures, while further discussions with U.S. officials are expected. �
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The question now is not simply whether the war should end, but what kind of agreement could actually stop the fighting while providing Ukraine with lasting security.