Why Peace in Ukraine Is So Hard

What would peace in Ukraine really look like? In this interview, John Lough, foreign policy head at NEST, breaks down the state of Ukraine peace talks, Russia’s negotiating position, pressures on the Russian economy, and President Donald Trump’s push to reach a settlement. Lough explains why Russia wants peace on its own terms, why enforcing a ceasefire would be difficult, and what sustained Western coordination could mean for Ukraine’s future security.