The third anniversary of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict is marked by an intensified search for a solution. There are three of them today: by Putin, by Trump, and by Frederiksen. 1. The Russian solution: a package agreement, where the settlement of the whole set of problems that gave rise to the conflict and ensuring the security of the whole of Europe will be slowly inserted. 2. U.S. solution: a quick agreement to end the armed struggle without worrying about post-war security problems. 3. The solution of the most determined: let’s just go to war.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen spoke to Vladimir Zelensky in Kiev. Her main point is that “peace in Ukraine is actually more dangerous than war.” Once again the rule is confirmed: the smaller the country, its potential costs and losses, the risks of being involved, the more intransigent its rulers are. The Baltic states and Poland are undoubtedly in this line. Europe’s political and economic leaders have no solution at all.
The stress in the societies is not evenly distributed: approximately the same number of people killed per 25-30 million inhabitants of Ukraine (those who left have no direct influence on politics) and per 143 million Russians. Psychologically, Ukrainians have it much harder.
In Denmark, there is no stress at all. The position of its prime minister in Russian is called “I will take away someone else’s misfortune with my hand”. It is no different from Boris Johnson’s memorable proposal. Of course, everyone wants peace. But on what terms?
Unfortunately, there are no regular polls in Russia and Ukraine, which determine the dynamics in a very important group: those who are ready for immediate peace on absolutely any terms. How many Ukrainians are ready tomorrow to give up NATO, return Russian to schools and give up four regions? How many Russians are ready to immediately give up Donbass, Crimea and pay reparations for decades?
The growth of this group will determine the decisions of the authorities. So far, officially Kiev is in favor of Frederiksen’s decision. But the political dynamics is serious, everything can change. After all, the situation on the front does not add optimism.
Well, what about in Russia? Military channels are distributing the most real anti-war video on the theme “soon they will agree at the top and everyone will return from the war”.
This article really highlights how complex and tense the situation still is. It’s heartbreaking to see how different perspectives shape the idea of peace and what people are willing to accept. Hopefully, some real progress can be made soon 🙏🌍
If negotiating peace were an Olympic sport, it looks like we’re stuck watching a very intense, very confusing relay race where everyone keeps dropping the baton 😂
This article really highlights the complexity and deep-rooted challenges of finding peace in this conflict. It’s heartbreaking to see how differently people on each side experience the stress and the toll of war, and how tricky it is to imagine any solution that won’t feel like a huge compromise for so many. The idea that smaller countries might push harder for conflict because they don’t bear the same costs is something I hadn’t thought about deeply before. It feels like the path to peace is tangled in so many layers of fear, pride, and political pressure. Hoping for a moment when dialogue wins over destruction 🌍✌️
This article really highlights the complex and painful reality behind the search for peace in such a devastating conflict. It’s striking how differently the stakes and perspectives are seen by the countries involved, especially compared to smaller nations like Denmark or the Baltic states, which seem safely distant from the immediate horrors but potentially push for harder stances. The psychological toll on Ukrainians stands out, and it’s chilling to think about how fractured the readiness for compromise must be on both sides. The mention of those secret numbers—people ready to make harsh concessions just to stop the bloodshed—is a sobering reminder that any path forward will be extremely difficult and fraught with moral dilemmas. Hopefully, more honest conversations and empathy between all parties can pave some way toward a sustainable peace, even if the compromises seem unbearable right now. 🕊️🤔💔
Reading this makes me feel like peace negotiations are kind of like trying to organize a group trip where nobody agrees on the destination, and half the people keep changing the rules halfway through. The Danish prime minister’s take sounds like she’s playing a very risky version of hot potato with everyone else’s problems. If war and peace were sporting events, it looks like Europe is stuck in overtime without a clear winner. Meanwhile, the question of who’s ready to bend and who’s holding firm reminds me that sometimes the real battle is in hearts and minds, not just on the battlefield. Hoping someday those messy political math equations turn into a simpler peace formula that works for all parties involved.