Europe and Eurasia

Ukraine

Ukraine, NATO, and War Termination
The United States has an unquestionable interest in ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Equally imperative is safeguarding Ukraine’s postwar sovereignty and security.

Report by Eric Ciaramella and Eric Green Feb 14, 2025

Defending Ukraine in the Absence of NATO Security Guarantees
A cease-fire deal with Russia will not ensure Ukraine’s long-term security. The U.S. should seek a multilayered defense system that could prevent another invasion while being financially sustainable for Ukraine’s allies.

Report by Paul B. Stares and Michael O'Hanlon Jan 30, 2025

Rebuilding Ukraine
To rebuild Ukraine’s economy successfully, policymakers should help facilitate the return of Ukrainian workers and private investment by developing a long-term recovery strategy.

Report by Charles Becker, Peter Devine, Aaron Lam, Michelle Schultze, and Eva Spektorov  Feb 21, 2025

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    Here’s How Much Aid the United States Has Sent Ukraine
    Ten charts illustrate the extraordinary level of support the United States has provided Ukraine in its war against Russian invaders.
    Article by Jonathan Masters and Will Merrow March 11, 2025
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    Russia’s Peace Demands on Ukraine Have Not Budged
    Some recent favorable White House moves toward Russia have appeared to signal a belief that Moscow is ready for constructive talks on ending the war in Ukraine. But there’s slim chance of Russian concessions.
    Expert Brief by Thomas Graham March 7, 2025
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    Securing Ukraine's Future
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    As the war in Ukraine enters its fourth year, the international context is changing rapidly, including the prospects for a negotiated settlement. Much is at stake, and it is essential that the challenges ahead be fully appreciated. Panelists will explore three critical issues for securing Ukraine's future: achieving a just and durable peace, ensuring its long-term security, and helping it rebuild and recover from the ravages of war. This event is part of the Council’s Special Initiative on Securing Ukraine’s Future which provides timely, informed analysis and practical policy recommendations for U.S. policymakers and the American public. Click here to download the full agenda. This event is part of the Wachenheim Program on Peace and Security which is made possible by the generous support of the Ed and Sue Wachenheim Foundation.
    Virtual Event by Philip M. Breedlove, Fiona Hill, Natalie A. Jaresko, Keith Kellogg, Pavlo Klimkin, Alina Polyakova, Vladyslav Rashkovan, Margaret Brennan, Heidi Crebo-Rediker and Liana Fix March 6, 2025

Experts in this Region

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Max Boot

Jeane J. Kirkpatrick Senior Fellow for National Security Studies

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Liana Fix

Fellow for Europe

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Thomas Graham

Distinguished Fellow

Charles A. Kupchan
Charles A. Kupchan

Senior Fellow

Stephen Sestanovich

George F. Kennan Senior Fellow for Russian and Eurasian Studies