As peace talks between the U.S. and Ukraine show “meaningful progress,” prominent critics are intensifying opposition to any settlement.

Cato’s Justin Logan argues in a new blog post that these critics offer no serious plan for Russian surrender. Before the war even began, such critics pushed absurd escalations like nuclear first-strikes and no-fly zones while opposing any diplomacy.

Logan explains why Ukraine’s geography and demographics make outright victory unattainable, and why Trump’s pragmatic approach beats maximalist fantasy.

To schedule an interview, please reach out to Madison: mmiller@​cato.​org.

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