BEN MORGAN: Bloodiest days of the war precede potential negotiations

Despite high casualties on both sides, Russia continues to advance in Ukraine, with disputed casualty rates and economic troubles emerging. Ukraine’s president hinted at a possible softening of territorial demands in a recent interview, potentially signaling a willingness to negotiate. Despite Putin’s nuclear threats, Ukraine continues to use long-range weapons against Russia without escalation. Putin’s information operation and veiled threats have not swayed Western nations’ support for Ukraine. US intelligence assessments of Russian intent remain unchanged.

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