Council of Councils
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Europe and Eurasia
Ukraine
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Virtual Meeting: The State of Play in UkraineEfforts to end the war in Ukraine gained momentum in recent days as a result of newly developed peace plans. CFR fellows discuss the current state of play and prospects for peace in Ukraine. This meeting is part of the Council’s Special Initiative on Securing Ukraine’s Future and the Wachenheim Program on Peace and Security, which are made possible by the generous support of the Ed and Sue Wachenheim Foundation. This is a virtual meeting through Zoom. Log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question-and-answer portion will be provided the evening before the event to those who register.
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Is Trump’s Ukraine Peace Deal a Faustian Bargain?Trump’s proposal would cross multiple Ukrainian and European red lines, but there could also be opportunities for further negotiations.
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How to Use Russia’s Frozen AssetsThe December European Council could bring a final decision regarding the use of Russia’s immobilized reserves to help close Ukraine’s 2026–27 financing gap. Ideally, the chosen framework would also draw on all frozen Russian assets, not just those at Euroclear.
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Three Years of War in Ukraine: Are Sanctions Against Russia Making a Difference?The United States and its allies have imposed broad economic penalties on Russia over its war in Ukraine. As the conflict continues, experts debate whether the sanctions are working.
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Next Steps on Ukraine ReconstructionPanelists discuss international financial initiatives to support Ukraine’s reconstruction and revitalizing its infrastructure and economy in the aftermath of Russia’s military aggression. 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.
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How food is being used as a weapon in Gaza, Sudan, and UkraineExperts, physicians, and humanitarian workers point to an alarming pattern that spans across regions, countries, and conflicts: food is being weaponized. And that weaponization is evolving—shaped by technology, globalization, and the politics of power.
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Violence Is a Growing Threat to Press Freedom WorldwideViolence against the press is a rising trend worldwide—whether in the line of fire in fierce conflicts, or on the front lines of covering repressive regimes.
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China and Russia: Exploring Ties Between Two Authoritarian PowersChina and Russia have expanded trade and defense ties over the past decade, but they’re not formal allies. Experts say Russia’s war in Ukraine could be a turning point in the relationship.
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After the Summits: An Update on the Russia-Ukraine WarPanelists discuss developments in Russia’s war in Ukraine following the recent Trump-Putin summit in Alaska and the subsequent meeting with President Zelenskyy and European leaders in Washington. 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 This is a virtual meeting through Zoom. Log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question and answer portion will be provided the evening before the event to those who register. Please note the audio, video, and transcript of this virtual meeting will be posted on the CFR website.
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After Alaska Summit, Putin’s Terms for Peace Remain Largely UnchangedU.S. President Trump has spurred a new focus on how to end the Russia-Ukraine war, but Russia’s Putin shows little willingness to make concessions, while preserving hope for normalizing relations with the United States.
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The President’s Path to Peace in UkrainePresident Donald Trump faces a long road ahead if he intends to end the bloodshed in Ukraine—and win a Nobel Peace Prize. He could choose to test U.S. alliances or challenge his own mettle along the way.
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The Trump-Putin Summit, With Michael KimmageMichael Kimmage, professor of history at the Catholic University of America and former State Department official focused on Russia and Ukraine, sits down with James M. Lindsay to discuss U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin's meeting in Alaska on the war in Ukraine.
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Major Takeaways From Trump’s Meeting With Zelenskyy and European LeadersDuring a much-anticipated summit with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other European leaders, President Trump doubled down on calls for a peace deal with Russia.
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What to Expect From the Trump-Putin Alaska SummitPresidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump are holding their first bilateral meeting since 2019 with the fate of Ukraine’s war seemingly in the balance. Three CFR experts assess the prospects for best, worst, and most likely outcomes from the highly anticipated summit.
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How a Ceasefire Agreement Can Bolster Ukraine’s Security—and NATO’s, TooWhile hopes for a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war remain slim, U.S. and European leaders need to lay the groundwork for lasting peace. Designing provisions that impose high costs on Russia for any future aggression is essential to ensure an agreement holds.