The Ukraine–Russia war has entered a new dangerous phase — peace is still far away

The war between Ukraine and Russia is becoming increasingly intense and is entering a dangerous phase. According to The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), the current situation indicates that military actions are escalating further, while the chances for peace negotiations are diminishing.

Yesterday's brief meeting held in the Turkish city of Istanbul resulted only in an agreement on the exchange of prisoners of war. The negotiations lasted only one hour, and according to WSJ, this was not a step toward peace but a sign that the conflict is approaching a decisive phase.

Expansion of war and dangerous turns

According to the newspaper, Ukraine’s powerful attacks on Russian military airfields indicate the beginning of a new strategic stage in the war. Sources emphasize that both countries appear more inclined to escalate the situation rather than to calm it.

These actions are complicating the peace negotiations being mediated by Washington. WSJ analysts believe that the possibility of a US-brokered deal is weakening day by day.

Russia’s retaliatory strikes and the threat of a summer offensive

According to the publication, Russia is preparing new retaliatory strikes in response to the attacks on its military bases. In addition, the Kremlin is currently on the verge of launching a large-scale summer offensive. This increases the likelihood of even bloodier clashes on the battlefield.

Peace not visible on the horizon

Experts say that trust between the sides has been lost, and while both are still striving for strategic dominance, finding a diplomatic solution is becoming extremely difficult. In fact, previous negotiations have also failed to yield the expected results.

Conclusion:

The conflict in Ukraine poses a serious threat not only to regional but also to global security. Against the backdrop of geopolitical tensions between the West and Russia, every new strike means another step away from peace.