The war between Russia and Ukraine is nearing a stalemate, with neither side nearing victory or willing to give in, according to a NATO intelligence official.
The heart-wrenching scenes of families being torn apart, refugees fleeing to neighboring countries and the bravery and heroism of the Ukrainian people make such calculus very human and emotional, which is precisely what is not needed at this present juncture.
The British defense ministry on Sunday warned that the Russian military will likely increase its assault on Ukraine's urban areas in the next few weeks, resulting in civilian casualties.