Commentary
While Russia is not ready to sue for peace on Europe’s terms, it could still either seek a ceasefire in Ukraine or try escalation. Brussels needs to prepare for both and prioritize that preparation over normative discussions.
Kadri Liik
Research
Peace Process Lite: When Global Fragmentation Meets Conflict Fragmentation
The sheer complexity of some internal conflicts, combined with resurgent rivalry, has limited the ambitions and capacities of international and regional actors to broker and sustain successful peace initiatives.
By Monalisa Adhikari, Jennifer Hodge, Laura Wise
Published on Feb 3, 2026
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