Truth or truce in the Russian war against Ukraine?

• Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies

In this roundtable, experts will delve into the dynamics of the Russian war against Ukraine, the stalemate's implications, and the roles of Ukraine, Russia, the EU, and NATO in pursuing a negotiated peace

The possibility of a negotiated way forward in the Russian war against Ukraine is gaining renewed attention, primarily due to the entrenched stalemate on the front line, the prospects of political change in Washington, and the high costs inflicted upon Ukrainian society. The purpose of this event is to try to understand the goals and priorities that Ukraine, Russia, and the EU and NATO countries set for themselves, considering the possibility of negotiations, and the feasibility of achieving these goals. At the same time, it is important to take into account the position of other world actors who show interest in the consequences of the end of the Russian war. Under which circumstances will the conflict parties, and other key actors, be truthful to an eventual truce, and how can any negotiated outcome be legitimised, and built into a global peace architecture?

This round table discussion is upon invitation only and will be held under Chatham House rules.