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How Trump Could Make a Good Deal to End the Ukraine War
With Ukraine’s president at the White House, Trump must make tough demands of Russia’s president, too.

Article by Michael Froman Feb 28, 2025

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

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Media Briefing: Trump, Russia, and the Future of Ukraine
Three CFR experts examine President Trump’s diplomatic pivot on Russia, and the outlook for a ceasefire in Ukraine.

Event with Stephen Sestanovich, Thomas Graham, and Charles A. Kupchan Feb 20, 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

No Limits? The China-Russia Relationship and U.S. Foreign Policy
China and Russia’s quasi-alliance endangers U.S. national interests. Its management will prove a generational task for American policymakers—but there are grounds for optimism.

Council Special Report by Robert D. Blackwill and Richard Fontaine Dec 12, 2024

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    Hauser Symposium: The Axis of Autocracies
    In recent years, China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea have deepened their cooperation, raising concerns about an emerging “Axis of Autocracies” challenging U.S. global leadership. From military support and weapons transfers to economic backing, these alliances are reshaping the geopolitical landscape. This symposium will examine the extent of their collaboration, its global implications, and how the United States should respond to the threats it poses to U.S. national security. Click here to view the full agenda. This Hauser Symposium is made possible by the generous support of the Hauser Foundation. If you wish to attend virtually, 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 hybrid event will be posted on the CFR website.
    Virtual Event by Christopher S. Chivvis, Heather Conley, Ivo H. Daalder, Jennifer E. Kavanagh, Tanvi Madan, Ebenezer Obadare , James M. Lindsay , Suzanne Nossel and Laura Trevelyan March 27, 2025
  • Arctic
    What Would Greenland’s Independence Mean for U.S. Interests?
    The island’s residents have voted in favor of a party that seeks gradual independence from Denmark. But Greenland has attracted significant attention from President Trump, who sees the island’s considerable mineral wealth and location in the Arctic as necessary for U.S. national security.
    Article by Diana Roy and Jonathan Masters March 13, 2025
  • Ukraine
    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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Charles A. Kupchan
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Stephen Sestanovich

George F. Kennan Senior Fellow for Russian and Eurasian Studies

  • United States
    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
  • Ukraine
    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
  • China Strategy Initiative
    China-Russia Relations: February 2025
    This month, China and Russia reaffirmed their partnership, while China navigated the shifting political landscape around the war in Ukraine.
    Article by Anya Konstantinovsky and Molly Carlough March 5, 2025 China Strategy Initiative