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With a deadlocked front line, the state of Ukraine peace talks and what Putin wants

Season 2026 Episode 4 | 26m 58s

American-led diplomacy restarts as the war in Ukraine rages on and unprecedented attacks plunge Kyiv into cold and darkness. How long can Ukraine hold out? How long can Russia wage war? And why has Trump failed to find a path to peace? Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses that with Michael Kofman, Justin Logan, Angela Stent and Bill Taylor.

Aired: 02/05/26
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