Foreign Policy warns of most dangerous phase in Ukraine war
Foreign Policy argues that the coming months represent the most dangerous phase of Russia’s war in Ukraine. The analysis focuses on likely Russian escalation decisions.
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Further escalation in Ukraine raises the risk of direct NATO-Russia confrontation and affects European security architecture.
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- Russia
- Ukrainian
- Ukraine
- Russian
- Kyiv
- Moscow
- Europe
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- Volodymyr
- Zelenskyy
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What to watch next
- Monitor Russian force movements and any changes in Ukrainian mobilization policy for early indicators.
- Observe upcoming NATO defense ministerial meetings for updated assessments of foreign troop involvement.
- Follow Ukrainian port authority reports and Russian Defense Ministry statements for updates on shipping activity.
- Watch the next round of U.S. congressional votes on supplemental aid to Ukraine for signs of sustained funding levels.
- Monitor upcoming U.S. defense appropriations hearings for decisions on Patriot system exports.
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