War in Ukraine

The threat of peace

America and Russia’s plot to end the Ukraine war on their terms has left Europe scrambling to secure its future.

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The continent’s future depends on outflanking America. British troops in Ukraine is the first step.

By Sam Greene

From Trump’s Ukraine proposals to JD Vance’s Munich speech, it’s clear that the US wants to rule like an empire.

By Bruno Maçães

No matter what happens in Ukraine, the US president is treating Vladimir Putin like an equal on the world stage.

By Ian Garner

Amid talk of “peacekeepers” and security alliances, it’s not yet clear what Europe can do to deter Russia.

By Lawrence Freedman

With Donald Trump’s return to the White House, support from Kyiv’s EU allies appears more precarious than ever.

By Hans Kundnani

Concealed within dark, anonymous ships, Putin’s oil is still flowing through the straits of Europe.

By Stephen Smith

It is best to approach any peace negotiation without high expectations of success.

By Lawrence Freedman