Ukraine Russia War NOT STOPPING /Lt Col Daniel Davis & Larry Johnson

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Here are the key takeaways:

Root issue: Russia sees NATO expansion as the core threat, not territory or personalities.

Missile systems: U.S. deployments in Poland & Romania are viewed by Moscow as potential nuclear strike platforms.

Security guarantees: West talks about protecting Ukraine/Europe but ignores Russia’s own security concerns.

China angle: Lavrov floated including China in guarantees — partly to expose Western double standards.

Territory: Russia will not give back annexed regions; only minor withdrawals possible.

Ukraine’s position: Severe manpower shortages leave Kyiv at a disadvantage.

Negotiations: Any Zelensky–Putin meeting would be framed as Ukrainian surrender; Russia has the upper hand.

Outlook: War will likely continue until the West acknowledges Russia’s security demands; Russia believes time favors its side.

Bottom line: The war will not end on territorial deals alone — Russia demands recognition of its security concerns and an end to NATO expansion, leaving Ukraine with little leverage and time working in Moscow’s favor.